Flying in Nigeria
If anyone is still looking for information on Arik Air, I am currently a 737 training Captain for Arik and working in Nigeria. I will be happy to answer any questions you might have.
I can tell you a few things that I know to be facts.
The company does pay pretty good. Captains in all aircraft types are all paid the same, FO pays is based on experience as an earlier posting said.
The scheduele is 8 weeks on 4 weeks off. The company pays for your transportation (both ways). You are paid your full salary while on your 4 weeks off. Housing is paid for, food is included. Transportation to and from the airport is provided with an armed guard.
The company is providing SOME upgrades and type ratings for pilots that have worked there for some time however, it is not a part of your contract so I would not expect it. If it happens, be happy. If you go, go with the expectation of a good paycheck, lots of flying in the aircraft you are already typed in and maybe an opportunity to grow with the company. They currently have 18 aircraft with 16 more coming by the first quarter of 2009. That is a lot of growth.
Those are the good things. The bad thing is, it is still Nigeria. The company makes great efforts to keep you safe and for the most part, if you follow there guidlines, you will be safe however, the precautions made by the company leave you feeling a little like you are in prison. Apart from work, you really can't go out of the compound you live in. That can be a little umcomfortable.
Again, if you have any more questions, leave me a post, I will be happy to answer them. Including, for those who are considering coming to Arik Air, there are good recuriters and there are bad recuriters.
Last edited by 73Captain : 10-21-2008 at 03:27 PM.
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