Five Year and 7 year milestones...they are coming
There have always been two important milestones in terms of time for EK pilots:
5 years:
This marks the end of the training bond timeline meaning pilots can resign without forking money over to pay off any remaining balance.
Many of our colleagues have now reached that point.
7 years:
100% payout of the provident.
Keep in mind that schools in Dubai have already been given the approval to increase fees (approved in February) by between 3% and 5%.
Transport companies have also been given the OK to increase their fees by similar amounts.
Remember, the best deal you will ever get in Dubai is the one you receive on the day you arrive.
It does not get any better with time or by upgrade to the left seat.