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Sorry to burst the bubble, but as far as I'm aware the only flights being cancelled are those the Company choose to cancel, i.e. political unrest/war zones etc. I do know however that we've come close a few times as a Standards Captain was recently called out for a layover trip due to a lack of F/O's (B777) and flew right seat. Probably extra pissed off down route without the customary Deluxe Suite and extra $4 overnight!!
Despite what we might think, and perhaps secretly wish for, this Company will never park aircraft. Before it ever contemplates that scenario it will reduce or remove handling sims, CRM/SEP days and replace D/O with STBY. The core business of flying planes will never be allowed to suffer due to training requirements and this Company is great at putting out fires rather than having sound & efficient policies to avoid them in the first place. SVP's and above will never jeopardise their own position if they can find a solution. Lack of leave is just one simple example. It's a dangerous mix of incompetence, arrogance and greed and it's been like it for the last 10 years.
Don't expect any change soon.
Harry
Edited to add, for the 4 individuals who recently posted PM's over the last few weeks asking for unbiased advice, please read above. I apologise for not spending time answering your questions individually but a lack of contractual leave is a step too far, especially given the healthy financial state this Company boasts of and the millions it pays out in
PR and advertising. The fact that there was not even the courtesy and respect to inform of us of delayed leave bids on the date it was advertised to be published is a damning indictment of the total lack of respect shown to front line staff. EK, if you want motivated employees and you want to retain them, start with demonstrating basic manners and mutual respect. As for shared goals, I doubt it very much judging by current evidence.
So, do I recommend you join? Come for interview and take it from there. Only you can make that decision and there's enough posts on here to see what the trend is. I will not say no, but neither will I endorse it.