Originally Posted by
Lucky Pierre007
1. Does one absolutely have to have airbus time to be considered?
Yes, at this time Etihad is only hiring typed and current Airbus drivers for that fleet, the Boeing 777 fleet does consider those with considerable time in other Boeing types. Unlike Emirates or Qatar, in recent years it has not been Etihad's policy to hire non type rated pilots as long as there are typed and current pilots in the job market, with a few exceptions like the cadet program. Next year will see the delivery of 6-7 320/321, one additional 330F Airbus, 6 or so 777's, the long awaited 380, and the first of 41 787 deliveries.
2. What is the housing situation in AD?
Company Provided accomodation are 2 or 3 bedroom apartments in various buildings around the city. They are generally good quality, but the locations vary greatly. Alternately, a housing allowance is available if you wish to find you own rental house/villa/apartment within the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Depending on your needs and where you desire to live, the amount ranges from more than enough to barely ample, but if you use the standard of a 2 bedroom apartment, the allowance will cover most high end buildings.