I thought you guys might be interested to find out what a Q400 Captain is worth in the world market.
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Equipment Dash 8 Q-400
Base Osaka, Japan
Term 42 Months (Rated), 45 Months (Non-rated)
Training Estimated duration 5-7 months in Tokyo, Japan
Ground Training, Written Examinations, Simulator Training etc.
Accommodations provided by the company and US$45/night per diem
Compensation During Training Period
Captain US$5,327/mo
Operations Period
Captain US$6,734/mo
Living Allowance US$2,000.00/mo
Commuting Assistance US$1,000.00 or up to 7 round trip (Y Class) tickets to your home each year.
Layover Per Diem $30/night

Additional compensation Q400 Type Rated Captain $5000/YR.
Contract Completion Bonus
42 Months (Rated) $12,600
45 Months (Non-rated) $13,500
Vacation 24 days per year allocated in 2 equal periods as outlined in pilot's contract.
Insurance International Medical Insurance through Aetna Global for the Crew and the eligible dependents. HCF and Overseas Insurance for Australian Citizens.
Sick Leave Accrue 1 day per 2 full months for a maximum accrual of 12 days.
Retirement Voluntary 401K plan.
Work Schedule Expect 5 weeks duty in Japan (includes a minimum of 5 days free duty), then 12 consecutive days off. 70 hour guaranteed per month, max 100 hours in 30 days. Premium rates applied for hours in excess of 70 hours.
Travel Benefits Reduced travel rates available for Crew on Star Alliance carriers and on All Nippon Airways.
Life Insurance Basic Life Insurance