Originally Posted by
Boeing77
Hi, I know that some other websites have information on working at Eva Air, but basically all they say is that working in Asia in general is terrible. I’m just wondering what is the pay like at Eva Air and about how many trips a month do you generally work for the 777-300er? Also what is training like at Eva Air? Lastly, are flight benefits the same as at US airlines or are they different? Please don’t just talk about how bad working at an Asian airline is because I’ve already heard that a thousand times. Also, I’ve looked at a billion websites and I still haven’t found much information on working at Eva Air so I hope someone might know some information about working at Eva Air.
My Friend. here's my short Synopsis of working for Asian (Indian, Middle eastern) Airlines.
1) All your years of experience and training means nothing to them.
As far as they are concerned they will reinvent the wheel as far as
your training is concerned which can be very intimidating and
mentally demoralizing. And you will go thru MANY weeks/and month
of mental disbelief. However should you persevere. Your success will
not be on what you have done or can do. But rather what their
perception is of you.
2) Culturally Asians, (Indians, Middle easterners, as well) are some what insecure folks. And their inferiority complex is masked with a somewhat fake grin that can be misleading. Though once you have broken their stereo type your level of comfort zone is related to how well you keep a low profile. Which is. How well you follow the rules which at times defies logic. Or are quite archaic in terms of regulation. And your questions to them are not perceived as an attempt to get information that is beyond them or their scope. The slightest idea that you are a complainer, or moe experienced than them. Begins your exit from the company.
3) Coming from the western world to work in Asia,(India Middle East)
bring with it some very clear rules that you have to accept in order to make the adjustment easy for you. Being on a commuting contract does not insulate you from the "reality" that you will meet while your are on ground there. Here are a few things to remember-:
-1 you are a foreigner and you are welcomed. But you have limited
rights.
-2 You are never really accepted by the locals. On the Flight deck
as Commander you do command the respect. to a point! But you
will always have the feeling that someone is watching over you.
And anonymous reports about your personality, actions, and
performance always make it to the office.
Though there are a few locals who have been or are regularly
interacting with other foreigners, may be easly acquainted with or
socialize much easier while on the job or on company time.
-3 There are many who see themselves as having the "Right-of
Way"
whether on the road or on the sidewalk or while getting on a bus.
So be prepared for these tacit social slaps. It can be difficult at first
but eventually you will get used to it.
These are just a few things of the many "cultural sensitivities" i offer for your consideration. When considering a move to an asian company. As westerners we tend to take for granted that even thought we live in a diverse communities. And we interact positively on a daily basis with some of the very same cultures coming from Asia. The fact is that it is a totally different mind set that you have to deal with and adjust to.
So,The big issue for you is how well you can reprogram your mind. And how much you are willing to give up. And how much are you willing to accept in the name of change.
Best of Success.
GK