Guys
I've read the whole Thread so I hope the answers to the following questions are not obvious?
1. Is the reason NAS are sourcing non-type rated FOs due simply to a lack of suitable type rated candidates in the market against projected future requirement?
2. How are 'contractors' paid (UK candidates):
- Own Limited Company;
- 'Umbrella' company;
- as 'self-employed' (sole trader)?
3. Depending upon the answer to Question (2), is tax deducted at source, or are you paid gross and left to sort out your own tax and deductions (mention of 'tax certificate' required in an earlier Post)?
4. What is the current position regarding the likelihood of experienced FOs being employed as a contractor and progressing to the LHS (website states: '12. Command upgrade within the group of contract pilots possible after 12 months hiring.' is this happening in practice, or is it mainly from within the permanently employed FOs)?
Thanks in anticipation.