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In terms of multiple scales; just playing devil’s advocate but it sounds like a great way to divide pilots and reduce faith in the union. Not that the company would like to do that or anything…
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Alright so my banking metaphor wasn’t great! The appeal (as has always been) of BA is the longevity and variety your career can have there, along with a decent paycheque. I’m not saying that anyone is forced into applying, but it doesn’t make sense to me that a new entrant would be presented with a pay scale and then told that a random, incalculable percentage will be deducted monthly from now until retirement. Internally, whilst still an awful deal, it was at least accepted by the union and its members. Isn’t the delta up for negotiation at present anyhow? Surely it can’t last much longer.
In terms of multiple scales; just playing devil’s advocate but it sounds like a great way to divide pilots and reduce faith in the union. Not that the company would like to do that or anything…
In terms of multiple scales; just playing devil’s advocate but it sounds like a great way to divide pilots and reduce faith in the union. Not that the company would like to do that or anything…
not saying it’s fair, but applications are inundated and this thread is full of people desparate to apply at any cost (even when people applying weakens Balpas negotiating position) so that all that really needs to be said … some sheep will do anything even when warned by multiple sources.
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BA has always been inundated by applications whenever DEP opens up, and frankly I can’t see that changing anytime soon. Whilst things are far from rosy at BA, and weren’t when I was there, you only have to visit for instance, the Middle East forum to see that the grass isn’t necessarily greener elsewhere.
That’s not to say there are no better options out there, that depends on your views and your situation…a young, single person with no financial commitments could view BA in a very different light to someone with a mortgage and family in their mid 30s…
As for BALPA/BA ….no comment.
That’s not to say there are no better options out there, that depends on your views and your situation…a young, single person with no financial commitments could view BA in a very different light to someone with a mortgage and family in their mid 30s…
As for BALPA/BA ….no comment.
not saying it’s fair, but applications are inundated and this thread is full of people desparate to apply at any cost (even when people applying weakens Balpas negotiating position) so that all that really needs to be said … some sheep will do anything even when warned by multiple sources.
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Applications don’t weaken too much. It’s weakened only if those guys actually accept a contract with the Delta. If all applicants refused it, it would strengthen their position. However, sadly I can’t see many purple Airbus operators refusing a contract even with the pay cut.
same principle different label whatever
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Holdpool update email
Hey guys and girls,
Did anyone else receive the holdpool email saying they need to reapply for the position in the holdpool?
I got this last night.
Also - has anyone here converted their license from EASA to CAA? I applied last month but wondering how long this usually takes atm?
Cheers!
Did anyone else receive the holdpool email saying they need to reapply for the position in the holdpool?
I got this last night.
Also - has anyone here converted their license from EASA to CAA? I applied last month but wondering how long this usually takes atm?
Cheers!
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Hey guys and girls,
Did anyone else receive the holdpool email saying they need to reapply for the position in the holdpool?
I got this last night.
Also - has anyone here converted their license from EASA to CAA? I applied last month but wondering how long this usually takes atm?
Cheers!
Did anyone else receive the holdpool email saying they need to reapply for the position in the holdpool?
I got this last night.
Also - has anyone here converted their license from EASA to CAA? I applied last month but wondering how long this usually takes atm?
Cheers!
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- Height between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Qualified pilots taller than 1.91m may submit an application but will be required to undergo a functionality check to confirm their ability to meet requirements of the searing positions in the BA Euroflyer fleet.
- Good level of physical fitness
- Spoken and written English ICAO level 6
"searing positions"? Gosh I know the BA LGW fleet is old, but it doesn't even have air conditioning???
Maybe the person who wrote the job advert should get their ICAO level 6 English sorted???
Anyone know what the current T&C are for euroflyer? Is it still similar to the 2021 deal or have they started to improve it so they can have a chance to actually bring people over for it?
