FDX ALPA Request to delay CGN Bid
06-11-2011, 01:08 PM
#41
"blue collar thug"!
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Originally Posted by HumptyDumpty
The problem is, they didn't move there. That's the problem. I think.
They didnt move their family there. Although a pilot might :live: in HKG, his family needs to be with him, according to the rules,, extenuating circumstances permitted I am sure.
06-11-2011, 01:52 PM
#42
Proponent of Hysteria
Joined APC: Mar 2005
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Originally Posted by purpledog
In my dealings with the company ACPs they have bent over backwards to help out in situations at home. A little honesty and a phone call goes a long way. I've been let off trips due to inbound hurricanes, family emergencies etc... Now, for the hypothetical case of the single guy commuting back for a slice, the company needs to keep their nose out of his business. There are too many situations to paint with such a wide brush stroke. However we all know we have our "gamers" out there.
06-11-2011, 10:07 PM
#43
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Mar 2006
Posts: 1,409
Originally Posted by CargoCan
Thanks, it really does help. I've pretty much resigned myself to the fact that it will be a money loser for us. I canl live with that. Just trying to nail down how much of a money loser it will be!
06-12-2011, 06:53 AM
#45
Trust but Verify!!
Joined APC: May 2006
Position: MD11 CRA
Posts: 684
Originally Posted by FR8Hauler
Are you out of your mind？
06-12-2011, 02:31 PM
#46
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Originally Posted by FR8Hauler
Are you out of your mind？
If so, would you ever let your spouse quit a lucrative career???
06-12-2011, 02:34 PM
#47
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Joined APC: Apr 2007
Position: MD11FO
Posts: 213
Originally Posted by FreightDawgyDog
I was wondering the same thing. This is essentially paying to go and work for the company in an expensive, overseas location so they can make even more money off your services. It is this mindset that allows our FDA TA's and LOA's to be so insufficient time after time.
Really? Because I voted against the FDA LOA. Don't presume to understand my mindset.
06-12-2011, 02:58 PM
#48
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Originally Posted by CargoCan
Is your definition of sanity making every life decision based on the financial bottom line?
If so, would you ever let your spouse quit a lucrative career???
If so, would you ever let your spouse quit a lucrative career???
06-12-2011, 04:48 PM
#49
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Joined APC: Apr 2007
Position: MD11FO
Posts: 213
Originally Posted by FR8Hauler
No, but I don't go to work planning to lose money either. It just seems a little crazy (to me) that someone would have that mindset while working for the best company in the world. A better idea, would be a LOA that pays tuition in full...Like every other company does that sends employees abroad.
06-12-2011, 04:50 PM
#50
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Joined APC: May 2006
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Posts: 684
Originally Posted by CargoCan
Really? Because I voted against the FDA LOA. Don't presume to understand my mindset.
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