British Airways Direct Entry Pilot
Joined: Aug 2002
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From: UK
You are right Wiggy. In the time I have been in the company, it has always been BALPA’s stated aim to get as much salary as possible into non-variable pay. I found the sudden change in philosophy and positive spin on why it’s a good thing, really quite funny.
Joined: Jun 2014
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From: London
Hi guys!
Sorry if its already been mentioned before, but I've been invited to the round 2 assessments for the Eagle (crew capacity) and group assessments. Does anyone have any information on what to expect or any revision material?
Thanks in advance!
Sorry if its already been mentioned before, but I've been invited to the round 2 assessments for the Eagle (crew capacity) and group assessments. Does anyone have any information on what to expect or any revision material?
Thanks in advance!
Joined: Apr 2013
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From: London
Maybe have a read and see...
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 898
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From: UK
I would be very surprised if you got a move to mainline in anything less than your initial engagement freeze.
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 995
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From: Botswana
As I’ve said many times on this thread, if Euroflyer is the only offer on the table DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES leave easyJet. The Orange buffoon on the other side of the Atlantic is already engineering the next downturn. When that happens you are not going to welcome the insecurity of being a Gatwick pilot.
Joined: Feb 2025
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From: Holding at DAYNE
Thread search is your friend. There is a lot of excellent information here, most of which is very accurate.
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 211
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From: 0ft
As I’ve said many times on this thread, if Euroflyer is the only offer on the table DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES leave easyJet. The Orange buffoon on the other side of the Atlantic is already engineering the next downturn. When that happens you are not going to welcome the insecurity of being a Gatwick pilot.
Or is it more the incompetent Labour government with Rachel Thieves that is doing that. From where I’m standing it looks more Labour/Rachel with a million illegal immigrants with a benefit bill equalling Ł1bn and rising. and the solution - more tax and crash the economy.
anyway back to the topic
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 122
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From: World
Is he really though?
Or is it more the incompetent Labour government with Rachel Thieves that is doing that. From where I’m standing it looks more Labour/Rachel with a million illegal immigrants with a benefit bill equalling Ł1bn and rising. and the solution - more tax and crash the economy.
anyway back to the topic
Or is it more the incompetent Labour government with Rachel Thieves that is doing that. From where I’m standing it looks more Labour/Rachel with a million illegal immigrants with a benefit bill equalling Ł1bn and rising. and the solution - more tax and crash the economy.
anyway back to the topic
Joined: Oct 2019
Posts: 5
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From: kuwait
Hi all, hope everyone is well. I am starting with BA in May on the A320, Heathrow based, and I’m moving from abroad. I’m still a bit lost on where I should live. I think I’ve narrowed it down between Staines or Reading. Only issue with reading is the longer drive. Also I’m not necessarily set on only these two areas, if anyone has better suggests please do let me know.
I was hoping I could get some help regarding that.
Thanks in advance!
I was hoping I could get some help regarding that.
Thanks in advance!
Last edited by sonacabon; 21st March 2025 at 23:44.
Joined: Dec 1998
Aviation Qualifications: ATPL
Posts: 576
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From: UK
Hi all, hope everyone is well. I am starting with BA in May on the A320, Heathrow based, and I’m moving from abroad. I’m still a bit lost on where I should live. I think I’ve narrowed it down between Staines or Reading. Only issue with reading is the longer drive. Also I’m not necessarily set on only these two areas, if anyone has better suggests please do let me know.
I was hoping I could get some help regarding that.
Thanks in advance!
I was hoping I could get some help regarding that.
Thanks in advance!
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 122
Likes: 27
From: World
Hi all, hope everyone is well. I am starting with BA in May on the A320, Heathrow based, and I’m moving from abroad. I’m still a bit lost on where I should live. I think I’ve narrowed it down between Staines or Reading. Only issue with reading is the longer drive. Also I’m not necessarily set on only these two areas, if anyone has better suggests please do let me know.
I was hoping I could get some help regarding that.
Thanks in advance!
I was hoping I could get some help regarding that.
Thanks in advance!
At the end of the day you need to visit these places before you put down any roots, random people on Prune can’t really help, as what I love about a place might be something you hate.
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 954
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From: england
Depending on where you live, I’d think twice about moving from abroad. If it is commutable, I’d stay living where you are and apply for part time asap. You will be taking home a similar salary as living in the uk but with a semi decent lifestyle.
Joined: Jul 2016
Posts: 14
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From: London
I had applied for 787 DEP since it was the only job opening by then. I am TR on A320. Now I changed my mind and want to have a go for mainline A320 since there’s a type freeze in 787 and time to command in A320 is very short. Do you think they’re OK if I change my preference in the interview or should I keep them informed before the interview? Are the interviews held based on type?
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 648
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From: uk
I had applied for 787 DEP since it was the only job opening by then. I am TR on A320. Now I changed my mind and want to have a go for mainline A320 since there’s a type freeze in 787 and time to command in A320 is very short. Do you think they’re OK if I change my preference in the interview or should I keep them informed before the interview? Are the interviews held based on type?
Joined: Aug 2020
Posts: 137
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From: UK
ref moving from abroad to start work at Heathrow (congrats BTW)
Having done a few international moves I always suggest renting someplace, anyplace for the first year and spending that time at leisure discovering all the different areas. House hunting can't be done remotely, far better to do it t a slow pace where there is no panic to find someplace quick. You'll hopefully have friends, family, new hobbies and sports so will want to factor that into your plans.
Having done a few international moves I always suggest renting someplace, anyplace for the first year and spending that time at leisure discovering all the different areas. House hunting can't be done remotely, far better to do it t a slow pace where there is no panic to find someplace quick. You'll hopefully have friends, family, new hobbies and sports so will want to factor that into your plans.