And what about the cabin crew? Is it not the case that they are on similar 'self-employed' contracts. If so that will raise the numbers effected by a very large amount. Plus, if this construction of pilots & CA's continues, and with the vast new order for a/c, then the problem will encompass larger numbers not less. That would give HMRC and any other tax man good incentive to find the truth.
RAT5,
The cabin crew get hired on a different scheme. They have direct employment with intermediary agencies. They have big issues too, such as being paid per scheduled block hour without guarantee for hours. The total income often end up below the minimum wage stipulated by states around Europe. Tax and social payments 'should' be sorted out by these agencies.
And what about type rating costs being used to off set tax through the pseudo company? Is this true?
Very true