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LambOfGod,
Qantaslink, itself is an airliner. There's no different between the flying on a Dash 8 then on, say, B737...etc
Pilot, and people in general, usually want to see a progressive career. Why else would someone wants to fly a twin when they are flying a single? Or, why would someone wants to fly IFR when they've been flying VFR?
I think having a progression system in Qantaslink to Jetstar, or Mainline is actually GOOD for the company. If you stay with the company as a captain for a certain amount of time, you get an automtic look-at by jetstar/mainline, and instead of jumping through hoops, they can just look at your FT9s. This sure gives people the incentive to stay in Qantaslink, instead of going to Virgin, or other carriers.
Qantaslink, itself is an airliner. There's no different between the flying on a Dash 8 then on, say, B737...etc
Pilot, and people in general, usually want to see a progressive career. Why else would someone wants to fly a twin when they are flying a single? Or, why would someone wants to fly IFR when they've been flying VFR?
I think having a progression system in Qantaslink to Jetstar, or Mainline is actually GOOD for the company. If you stay with the company as a captain for a certain amount of time, you get an automtic look-at by jetstar/mainline, and instead of jumping through hoops, they can just look at your FT9s. This sure gives people the incentive to stay in Qantaslink, instead of going to Virgin, or other carriers.
Harrowing
Not really too sure what you mean by that? Are you saying I lack company spirit and should believe that years of service in one Qantas group airline shouldn't count towards years of service in another Qantas group airline when in the end, the Qantas group is one employing us all anyway?
Not really too sure what you mean by that? Are you saying I lack company spirit and should believe that years of service in one Qantas group airline shouldn't count towards years of service in another Qantas group airline when in the end, the Qantas group is one employing us all anyway?
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Dragun,
Sorry for the misunderstanding.
It was a very tongue-in-cheek and facetious comment, probablly a little cryptic and ambiguous, agreeing 100% with you.
I have heard of 10 recent resignations. Just wait until after the bonus gets paid.
The trainers will soon be busy.
Cheers
Sorry for the misunderstanding.
It was a very tongue-in-cheek and facetious comment, probablly a little cryptic and ambiguous, agreeing 100% with you.
I have heard of 10 recent resignations. Just wait until after the bonus gets paid.
The trainers will soon be busy.
Cheers
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A couple from SY (that I know of) about to resign, with quite a few others from both SY and ML with upcoming interviews. Good luck, guys. 
You'll enjoy the guaranteed minimum 11/12 days off in 28. It will allow you to reconnect with your family/significant other 
Enjoy the true career progression
I heard Horse is one of those going post-bonus, Dragun. I had a lot of laughs with him when I was an FO.
You'll enjoy the guaranteed minimum 11/12 days off in 28. It will allow you to reconnect with your family/significant other Enjoy the true career progression
I heard Horse is one of those going post-bonus, Dragun. I had a lot of laughs with him when I was an FO.
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Whats the go with being asked to reapply in 24 months after sitting on awaiting sim/interview. Do you think I should keep updating application or is that being cheeky. I have heard that in the past people in the same boat have been contacted with a come back an see us email.
Any clues from anyone would be great.
Any clues from anyone would be great.
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I've heard a funny number of 15+ might be leaving after the bonus. This includes both sides of the company.
Hey Listen!
Horse is a great man! Miss flying with him! Best wishes to the man
Hey Listen!
Horse is a great man! Miss flying with him! Best wishes to the man
Death Pencil, suspected VB recruits from SY base, as Jarse said also. Was unaware of the ML guys however?? Of course nothing confirmed in writing to the company til after the Jan 2 pay day
Hugh it will surprise me if that isn't that case Agreed though, one of the funniest captains I had the pleasure of flying with before I switched seats. Will be sad to see him go.
Agreed though, one of the funniest captains I had the pleasure of flying with before I switched seats. Will be sad to see him go.
I'll be buggered Hugh', Horse is moving on. We've had a couple already over here at DOM 3 go. One of our captains, a good friend of mine, leaving after nearly 20 years! All he wanted was a little more respect and a lot less sh!t.
I think these guys are just the tip of the iceberg. If 2010 is even half as bad as 2007-08, then serious flight cancellations are just the beginning.
I think these guys are just the tip of the iceberg. If 2010 is even half as bad as 2007-08, then serious flight cancellations are just the beginning.
If my company offered me guaranteed progression in either jetstar or mainline after 5 years service as a captain then I would sign up straight away. I wouldn't hesitate for a second!
What does my company get? a guaranteed captain for 5 years and a happy and motivated employee. What does the Qantas group get? Experienced pilots to fly their jets who wont piss off to other carriers.
Enough said
What does my company get? a guaranteed captain for 5 years and a happy and motivated employee. What does the Qantas group get? Experienced pilots to fly their jets who wont piss off to other carriers.
Enough said