Originally Posted by
McNugget
Can't disagree with any of that. Like I said, I knew what I was getting in to. For those that didn't apply due diligence; I don't feel sorry for them, but regret the outcome.
Like every job, you need to weigh it up, and you need to have an idea of where to turn if it isn't working out.
For me, it was a better job. It wasn't (and isn't) a lifetime commitment. I weighed up the negative effects of moving (and potentially moving back) against the positives. I did a great deal of research about what I was getting in to, and as such, I've had no surprises. It wasn't about the shiny jet for the shiny jet's sake. The training, type rating and type of operations factored in to my decision - as you say - where will it put you in 5-10 years time? Well, to be blunt, it has put me in a more marketable position than had I not joined. That gives me more places to turn if it falls apart for me.
For me, if it all folds tomorrow, it's been worth it. For some, it hasn't. That's all I can say. Remember that 'worth it' is different to 'perfect'.
I completely agree with that sentiment. If somebody wants to pay me a Delta Airline captains salary to fly a BE58 Baron I will do it.
I dont need the shiny A350 to feel good about myself but would take the job at CX, get the heavy time and with 2000 hours of international experience and just move on to greener pastures.
I will never ever be a company man because when the bad times hit the company will never ever have your back, just the shareholders and managements bonuses in mind. They will cut you loose regardless of your mortgage and childrens school fees, food etc.
Those who complain at CX, if you all just leave they will get their act together or go under. Go back to Aus, Europe, Canada, South Africa and the US etc. Use your well gained international experience and get jobs with KLM, Lufthansa, BA, Austrian, TAP, Delta, United, Qantas, Air NZ etc.
I have an interview offer there but as I fly a jet in the US I have heaps more options so dont need CX S..T in my life. However even if I did not I would go get a 777/330 rating of them, get 1000 hours plus and just move on if I went and got a CX job.
To hell with CX, do what is right for your future and your families. CX made their own bed now they must lie in it.
Im not American by the way either, I have Aus/British and South African citizenship. My passports help but there is always a way to work in various countries if you just do a little research and networking/marketing of yourself, yes even the US.
