Got to agree with a lot that's being said here although a couple of points from my perspective.
Been around 12 years with no warnings but 4 appreciations. Not after a medal, just doing my job in a professional manner. Have not been 'bothered' once in that time by anyone from management.I would hazard a guess that the same could be said for about 95% of our pilots with 5% getting the warnings. Not saying that all have been deserved, I know for a fact they haven't but in the majority of cases.......
It's very often the same names and people wonder why? Why did I get a fine for not following the yellow path from the bus? Why a salary deduction for missing my dentist appointment for the 2nd time despite a text reminder, why I was called in for not going around despite being unstable, why I continually harass crew, why I was reported for not wearing my hat and looking like a slob and swearing with the F/O in front of passengers at the departure gate. Why? Because most are behaving like dicks and if you can't see by now that EK
IS different to your previous airline, then you might as well leave. If you're still struggling to wear plain black socks, or insist on wearing the tie pin still or long sleeve shirts in summer or whatever other little rebellious streak you feel is appropriate, please don't be too surprised when we all have to line up for morning parade uniform inspection before the First wave departs!
Top Tip. Follow the rules, go to work, enjoy it, take the money and go home. Don't try to beat the system and don't beat yourself up over what others may or may not be getting.
Varmint. You 'suspect' managers got a bonus or you 'know' they got a bonus? If you know they did, please tell me who and how much because 'I suspect' you simply don't know! If it's any consolation, ask the cabin crew how much of a pay rise they got. At least we got the 3% increment which is 3% more then they picked up.
It stinks but nothing will change short term. Don't ever plan on profit share, you'll only be disappointed every year.
Harry