ATPcliff: thanks for jumping in....at least some one understands the world climate...i spoke with my head hunter this morning and they are upping the salaries yet again....A320 monthly salaries (China) are going up to 16k....I was making 14k per month in 2002 and 2003 on the B744.

Head hunter also stated that they are anticipating some HEFTY monthly packages coming in the near future for A380 and A350 jobs. He hinted at 22k to 24k....(it is about darned time)

Another issue are the Pilot Ages...Many pilots are tossing in the towel at 63. This applies both to CONUS and world wide. Unless oil hits $140/barrel, I think the time is good for all of us Bus Drivers.

Cheers.