Guys, forget the salary 'willy waving' contest. Concerning the financials, the Norwegian deal is not the best but it's not the worst either. Norwegian is let down by poor employee relations although many have no issues at all. These issues are clear for all to see from reading these forums - where there is smoke there is fire. If you are thinking of applying, don't be surprised if you find yourself on unpaid leave over the winter or that your base is changed every six months if that base up sizes/downsizes seasonally - a hopeless situation especially if you want to settle somewhere with a family.
As has been mentioned before, Balpa recognition is not directly with Norwegian but with the agency, OSM - and therefore of little value. Recognition from the organ grinder is not going to happen - you are unfortunately left to deal with the monkey. The minute Norwegian decides to change the arrangement don't expect your 'permanent' OSM contract to protect you. As a previous poster wrote, consider this 'permanent' contract as a rolling 3 month contract and you won't be disappointed. Be extremely cautious giving up permanent direct employment with an airline elsewhere for this arrangement at Norwegian.
Last edited by LoCo Commotion; 9th Jul 2015 at 12:40.