Lifestyle for expat Pilots in India

[bonernow]

Hi Guys/Girls,

I have been offered an assessment as a FO for Air India Express. I'm a UK national and would like to seek advice/opinions from expatriate pilots living and working in India. I'm particularly interested in:

Cost of living
Climate
Lifestyle (things to do on days off etc)
Employment opportunites for spouse/fiance (Mrs Bonernow wants a job too!)
Any other info that you think may be useful

Also if anyone has any info about the airline/assessment and any other general info about the make up of the company, I'm sure that would be useful too.

Many thanks for your input

[Nevrekar]

Cost of living in India is much lower than in the West. It also depends on where you are based. Here are some stats for New Delhi.
1. 3 Bedroom apartment (unfurnished) Between INR 50,000-70,000 per month
depending on size and complex. Cheaper ones can be had but may be in a non-expat neighborhood.
2. Maids/Drivers etc will be around INR 5000-7000 a month max.
3. Weather-Hot in June/July/August.
4. Employment--Can probably find some private employment as a teacher etc or with a UK organization in India. No guarantee.
5. If you have never been to India, consider a visit before deciding. It's not for everyone.

[320aviat]

hi guys just a little out of topic,wanted to know which is the best airline in indian currently(pay wise,carrier progression and working envioroment)?thank you