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what Tristar is trying to say is that under EU law no carrier is allowed to be subsidised by it's own government, it's deemed to be unfair competition. Now some majors in Europe (Air France, Lufthansa) dont see why they should compete with other airlines who dont have to pay for fuel etc but can still operate on routes into their countries. It does go against the regulations and they will be challenging in the courts. They have already won against Ryanair and feel a precedent has been set. Should be very interesting times, especially with the price of oil right now. The playing field may be a bit more level in the future.
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too true and I do see his point, however for it to work in the ideal world, you would have to let the likes of Swiss, Alitalia and maybe Iberia go to the wall. Can you see there governments just saying fair enough, cause Air France dont like it?
Then we flip across the pond and we see a host of very large airlines that big George or who ever comes next will be very reluctant to let fall by the wayside.
you see my point is that the world isn't fair, pride plays a large part and people like to see there own airlines "flying the flag"
is some way its kinda nice to see people looking after there own, good luck to them.
The thing about Tristar is that he has forgotten GF have been making the most of it for years, doing just what he complains about now there is one or two others playing the game.
Then we flip across the pond and we see a host of very large airlines that big George or who ever comes next will be very reluctant to let fall by the wayside.
you see my point is that the world isn't fair, pride plays a large part and people like to see there own airlines "flying the flag"
is some way its kinda nice to see people looking after there own, good luck to them.
The thing about Tristar is that he has forgotten GF have been making the most of it for years, doing just what he complains about now there is one or two others playing the game.
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This might come as a surprise but the flag carriers you mention will go to the wall if they cant stand alone without state funding. Swiss Air is already gone so is Sabena, Aer Lingus barely scraped through and Alitalia is on the brink. If these companies can go bust or come close to it then anyone can. The Belgian government let one of the biggest carriers in Europe go because it was powerless to do anything about it. Simple fact in Europe NO STATE FUNDING not even through the back door, it's unfair to other private operators.
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Etihad as an employer???
What is it like to work for Etihad Airways?
What is the accommodation/transport set up in Abu Dhabi?
What is the pay like?
What are the trips like?
Are they easy to get into?
Regards
What is the accommodation/transport set up in Abu Dhabi?
What is the pay like?
What are the trips like?
Are they easy to get into?
Regards
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Tristar
You obviously flew it. I fly for GF and in my opinion, I wouldn't work for anyone else. Good for you.Currently I am in AUH with GT, ( same airline ). I know lots of EK guys and yes your basic as Capt is better, but we get allowances from sign on, until the end of the block,whether you night-stop or not,and we always work over the cut-off point, and then we score compared to you. Our cabin crew uniforms are definately better.GF definately is well managed,right now, and by and large they not only respect us as pilots but in most circumstances are open and above board on everything. Judging by the posts on this site, EK are the biggest whingers, with Qatari a close second. I know you EK guys will say I am part of Management, but I am not. Definately where EK are masters, is that they market the airline 2nd to none. You see it all the time, on the cricket shirts, bill-boards etc.All the competitors should learn a lesson well. Everyone has heard about Dubai and a great place it is, and more and more people are hearing about Emirates. Flown with them many times, but service definately not as good as GF, on the flights I have been on. Yes, I am biased, but true none -theless. You see it all the time here, Etihad orders 24 aeroplanes, Emirates orderes this this and that and Qatari as well. Dubai at the moment is one huge consruction site, is it not? Perhaps the bubble will burst as it surely will. History has proved that, time and again.
You obviously flew it. I fly for GF and in my opinion, I wouldn't work for anyone else. Good for you.Currently I am in AUH with GT, ( same airline ). I know lots of EK guys and yes your basic as Capt is better, but we get allowances from sign on, until the end of the block,whether you night-stop or not,and we always work over the cut-off point, and then we score compared to you. Our cabin crew uniforms are definately better.GF definately is well managed,right now, and by and large they not only respect us as pilots but in most circumstances are open and above board on everything. Judging by the posts on this site, EK are the biggest whingers, with Qatari a close second. I know you EK guys will say I am part of Management, but I am not. Definately where EK are masters, is that they market the airline 2nd to none. You see it all the time, on the cricket shirts, bill-boards etc.All the competitors should learn a lesson well. Everyone has heard about Dubai and a great place it is, and more and more people are hearing about Emirates. Flown with them many times, but service definately not as good as GF, on the flights I have been on. Yes, I am biased, but true none -theless. You see it all the time here, Etihad orders 24 aeroplanes, Emirates orderes this this and that and Qatari as well. Dubai at the moment is one huge consruction site, is it not? Perhaps the bubble will burst as it surely will. History has proved that, time and again.
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Wow tic! seems you have the whole industry, and economic picture here in the gulf all sorted out! Been here long? Think the thread is about Etihad though...
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Well as SLF who flew with Etihad recently, I was less than impressed with the service, and their response to a gripe I had. We paid nearly top whack for the tickets, too. They were only about dhs 200 cheaper than BA and I wish I'd gone BA. We won't fly with them again unless the tickets are heavily discounted.
On the other hand, the last time I flew with GA I was well impressed.
On the other hand, the last time I flew with GA I was well impressed.
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Etihad captain salary
Does any experienced A330/ A340 captain consider Etihad as an option in spite of the very low salary of 5300.-$ per month?
They are not serious, are they?
They are not serious, are they?
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$5300 might sounds low for people whom are earning $9000. But for those just being furloughed or at the moment earning say, $3500 its worth taking a look. When you compare remunerations for pilots, a lot more than just what goes into the pocket that matters, also what goes ( or had to go ) out. Thats why a lot of airlines have expats from dozens of countries. As long as U are happy...... when U are not, U know what to do.
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A340 Application
Hi guys,
I would like to apply to Etihad with an A340 rating and a few thousand hours on type, however the website calls for A330 time only.
Is there a way to get around this and would Etihad be interested do you think?
I would like to apply to Etihad with an A340 rating and a few thousand hours on type, however the website calls for A330 time only.
Is there a way to get around this and would Etihad be interested do you think?
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Hostler, the website says they are looking at A330 and A340 typed guys. If you are A340 and not A330 rated I think they will
call you. 90% of the company where A330 only. The CCQ is only two days long.
Next year their should be at least one more 340 showing up.
Send in your resume via the website,
Cheers.
call you. 90% of the company where A330 only. The CCQ is only two days long.
Next year their should be at least one more 340 showing up.
Send in your resume via the website,
Cheers.
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I am presently an A321 Captain and have previously flown the A330 as a F/O.
Anyone knowing if Etihad Airways require an aspiring pilot to be current on the A330 or if they will provide the sim sessions required to become current again? Six weeks ago I applied on-line and am waiting every day for a reply from Etihad Airways.
Anyone knowing if Etihad Airways require an aspiring pilot to be current on the A330 or if they will provide the sim sessions required to become current again? Six weeks ago I applied on-line and am waiting every day for a reply from Etihad Airways.
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Hostler,
Thank you for the reply, however, I have just come off the Flight International website and there is a new Etihad advertisement seeking A340/A330 pilots dated 09 September 2004.
http://www.flightinternational.com/f...words=&nPage=2
Thank you for the reply, however, I have just come off the Flight International website and there is a new Etihad advertisement seeking A340/A330 pilots dated 09 September 2004.
http://www.flightinternational.com/f...words=&nPage=2
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For The B777 Hopeful Too
Just read about Etihad's talk with Boeing on B777-300ER. Not sure when will the delivery be...
http://www.boeing.com/news/breakingn...4/040910g.html
http://www.boeing.com/news/breakingn...4/040910g.html
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I know of two guys recently hired that only have flown the A-340 one of them has less than 500 hours (close to the 500 hours) on the A-340 ONLY........... I also know of a guy going for an interview with only A-340 captain time. So the A-330 only deal is extended to A-340 guys as well.............
FACT..
FACT..
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A330/40; 777
Rumour has it that due to short supply of experienced A330/40 and 777 drivers Etihad will soon be ofering the necessary transition courses.
Last edited by fullforward; 15th Sep 2004 at 04:19.