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Forum: Terms and Endearment
18th Mar 2021, 10:11
Replies: 29
Views: 26,027
Posted By AFA

They are returning as captains in terms of pay &...

They are returning as captains in terms of pay & benefits but will operate in the RHS for the duration of this contract as that’s where the requirement is.

As & when their contracts are made...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
28th Aug 2020, 09:02
Replies: 605
Views: 553,815
Posted By AFA

What evidence do you have that previously Virgin...

What evidence do you have that previously Virgin management considered this route unacceptable due security concerns but are now so ‘desperate’ that they’re willing to compromise - as per your...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
30th Mar 2020, 17:02
Replies: 560
Views: 463,853
Posted By AFA

The ‘scheduled’ operation.... A lot of regular...

The ‘scheduled’ operation....
A lot of regular and ad hoc cargo & charter flights throughout April & May at least.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
15th Mar 2019, 16:33
Replies: 1,550
Views: 1,825,277
Posted By AFA

Do they/will they still fly to CPT?

Do they/will they still fly to CPT?
Forum: Terms and Endearment
2nd Mar 2019, 02:21
Replies: 6,987
Views: 7,131,458
Posted By AFA

£18k upfront or an £18k 3yr reducing bond? ...

£18k upfront or an £18k 3yr reducing bond?

The latter is fair enough if ppl are leaving but the former is a new sad low.
My company will unfortunately follow suit I imagine once they realise they...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
6th Feb 2019, 09:44
Replies: 6,987
Views: 7,131,458
Posted By AFA

Does this not lead to the slightly odd situation...

Does this not lead to the slightly odd situation of current LH pilots being offered SH & all the super current young SH pilots being offered LH slots?
After 18yrs of one or two landings a month on...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
22nd Oct 2018, 00:06
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

That’s it I’m afraid unless you elect to work...

That’s it I’m afraid unless you elect to work extra - apart from subsistence allowances which i’d guess average around $1000 per month on my fleet.
All spent downroute of course Mr Tax Man.....
Forum: Terms and Endearment
7th Nov 2017, 10:44
Replies: 833
Views: 687,475
Posted By AFA

I was seconded to a large Scandanavian carrier in...

I was seconded to a large Scandanavian carrier in the early 2000's. Fantastic flying and really brilliant guys generally but holy crap they were militant union wise.
Even though we were on an...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
22nd Oct 2017, 16:20
Replies: 147
Views: 228,945
Posted By AFA

This isn't a BA vs Virgin thread though is it? ...

This isn't a BA vs Virgin thread though is it?

Start your own about why BA is so much better if that's what you want to discuss.
Forum: Tech Log
29th Aug 2017, 21:25
Replies: 35
Views: 9,342
Posted By AFA

A/P off & A/THR off approaches no problem at this...

A/P off & A/THR off approaches no problem at this U.K A340 operator.
Pilots choice.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
13th Aug 2017, 13:27
Replies: 1,158
Views: 1,168,238
Posted By AFA

What exactly is an RCA? I know what it...

What exactly is an RCA?

I know what it stands for but what's the difference between one and a suitably qualified SFO at BA or VS that acts as PIC whilst the captain is in the bunks?
Are they paid...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
17th Oct 2016, 14:07
Replies: 1,175
Views: 989,176
Posted By AFA

Assuming you match the employers contribution...

Assuming you match the employers contribution that's around £120,000-£133,000 gross per year which I think is pretty decent and certainly not the poor wage some people have suggested.
If the basic...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
28th Sep 2016, 12:38
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

No problem. Take it all out and fly as much as...

No problem. Take it all out and fly as much as you like, I personally always take out the A/THR with the A/P and a significant proportion of other guys do as well.

Can't speak for the Boeing...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
27th Sep 2016, 18:16
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

How would like them to do that then?? I had...

How would like them to do that then??

I had over 12000hrs when I got my command in Virgin and that's probably on the low side as I was very lucky and joined at a good time.
There isn't a...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
24th Sep 2016, 22:14
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

It's whatever a gross of £69100 plus £600 - £700...

It's whatever a gross of £69100 plus £600 - £700 pm in allowances works out as.

As far as the A330 being the fleet to avoid? This year maybe but with the arrival of the A350 which will be mixed...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
25th Jul 2016, 21:23
Replies: 399
Views: 402,661
Posted By AFA

No mis-interpretation at all, I know exactly what...

No mis-interpretation at all, I know exactly what a bond is supposed to be for. Or what it used to be for anyway.
With respect your comparison with Ryanair or an FTO rather make my point. With...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
25th Jul 2016, 05:39
Replies: 399
Views: 402,661
Posted By AFA

Because plans change. Could be your personal...

Because plans change. Could be your personal circumstances, could be your working conditions within Flybe, could just be that the company isn't all it was cracked up to be so you want out. You never...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
14th Jul 2016, 18:44
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

The starting pay on PPJN is correct, £69100. Yes...

The starting pay on PPJN is correct, £69100. Yes there are increments, goes up £4.5k in the first 2 years then approx £1.6k in the years after.
The take home depends on your personal circumstances...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
6th May 2016, 09:39
Replies: 6,987
Views: 7,131,458
Posted By AFA

That's almost £120,000 gross assuming he pays...

That's almost £120,000 gross assuming he pays into the pension.
That's not bad for an 8 year FO which is what I presume he is with that length of service.

Is that still realistic for a new...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
22nd Mar 2016, 21:33
Replies: 1,225
Views: 979,240
Posted By AFA

Christ almighty will people stop listing crew...

Christ almighty will people stop listing crew meals and uniforms as a 'perk'.

By all means mention that you have to pay for your own uniform as a warning to others but don't suggest it's some kind...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
2nd Feb 2016, 17:27
Replies: 21
Views: 24,792
Posted By AFA

So does this new captains scale affect existing...

So does this new captains scale affect existing SFOs coming up for their commands? Or is it just 'B' scale for new joiners??
Forum: Terms and Endearment
5th Jan 2016, 00:07
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

Yes it is.

Yes it is.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
1st Dec 2015, 23:10
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

History would suggest no, they won't. In fact,...

History would suggest no, they won't.
In fact, in the last 12yrs I'm aware of one person that left to BA and of several who have come in the other direction.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
2nd Nov 2015, 09:27
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

I'll give it a try.... 1. Yes that's bang on...

I'll give it a try....

1. Yes that's bang on as of our last pay rise which contrary to popular belief was July 15 and part of the 2014 pay deal. It's a £3000 increment in year two then approx...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
19th May 2015, 15:03
Replies: 15
Views: 10,604
Posted By AFA

Cheezyjetty, Yep fair enough but my post...

Cheezyjetty,

Yep fair enough but my post wasn't directed at you. It was to counter the outdated view that if you're ex mil and preferably pointy jet you are somehow fast tracked into VS.

It is...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
19th May 2015, 11:39
Replies: 15
Views: 10,604
Posted By AFA

The idea that entry into Virgin is dependant on...

The idea that entry into Virgin is dependant on which squadron you were in and required a name like 'Chalky' is about 15yrs+ out of date.

It's all about the ratings and nothing else. The...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
10th Feb 2015, 11:29
Replies: 3
Views: 3,791
Posted By AFA

Correct, unless you marry your mate or become...

Correct, unless you marry your mate or become their common law spouse.
I'll leave you to decide whether Upper Class is worth the commitments!!
Forum: Terms and Endearment
7th Oct 2014, 21:27
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

Just out of interest what are you basing your...

Just out of interest what are you basing your 'shoddy pay' comment on RTO??

I believe it's approx 92K for First officers and 141k for Captains at around the 15yr scale. Add around 10k allowances...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
19th Feb 2013, 14:10
Replies: 27
Views: 22,393
Posted By AFA

Yep confirmed no external recruitment 'planned'...

Yep confirmed no external recruitment 'planned' until about November when they'll need to crew a -400 currently used as a standby ship.
I understand it'll be guys currently in the hold pool.

This...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
30th Nov 2011, 10:32
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

Correct...it hasn't changed very much:( ...

Correct...it hasn't changed very much:(
Starting pay about £1500 higher but duty pay down to £17.72 i think. Goes up 50p as of Jan.
I could be wrong but i think that's about right.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
23rd Jun 2011, 13:09
Replies: 233
Views: 102,048
Posted By AFA

Well done you. That's precisely what I plan to do

Well done you. That's precisely what I plan to do
Forum: Terms and Endearment
23rd Jun 2011, 08:17
Replies: 233
Views: 102,048
Posted By AFA

Who says Virgin were paying below the market rate...

Who says Virgin were paying below the market rate when I applied for the job? What's your point? This is about what's been happening for the last few years.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
27th Apr 2011, 19:16
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,258,038
Posted By AFA

This is Virgin Atlantic we're talking about and...

This is Virgin Atlantic we're talking about and unfortunately common sense doesn't come into the equation.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
23rd Mar 2011, 04:43
Replies: 11
Views: 6,075
Posted By AFA

I would if I was you mate. I dearly wish I'd...

I would if I was you mate. I dearly wish I'd stayed at TCX where I'd be a 330 skipper now.
Now I face the prospect of flying with tcx captains that were once junior to me. I truly hope any of them...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
29th Jan 2011, 13:59
Replies: 147
Views: 94,149
Posted By AFA

Plus 12K flying pay for 750hrs but I...

Plus 12K flying pay for 750hrs but I agree...still crap.
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