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Originally Posted by HeavyJet
(Post 2205758)
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A plan at 15 years any idea on the amount? Guessing 10 years as F/O then upgrading maybe the last five years. Four bars honestly means nothing to me, I would rather have max time off and some control of my schedule and vacation. This assumes you are at least age 60 when you retire and the current A fund benefits are in place when you hit 60. And these are strictly ballpark figures, your exact benefit would obviously have to be determined by the bean counters when you actually retire. |
Originally Posted by Redbird79
(Post 2205240)
Seriously thinking about making a change to FedEx. Can you guys tackle some basic questions?
What are the junior bases and equipment? Do all new hires wind up in Hong Kong or Germany? How long to get to MEM? What does a typical trip look like? 3 days? 4 days? 10 days? Commutability? Which fleet type has the best QOL in your opinions? How much of the flying is backside of the clock vs front side? How is life on reserve, and how long is the typical new hire on reserve? Thanks very much guys!! |
Originally Posted by Jetjok
(Post 2205846)
Really? I thought you only had to be senior.;) Although I guess that now, you don't even have to be that.
Nah, we've been relegated back to second class status. Just like when the 74's were still on the property. ✈️ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Originally Posted by Wildmanny
(Post 2205816)
1) Please pass the popcorn.
2) Do any of your special skills involve making and/or pouring coffee? 3) How do you feel about domestic four legs a night? 4) Would you be willing to change your username? "Not all C-17 guys and tailhookers are offered the MD-11." Sorry guys I should of been more specific with my post. 10 years flying the MD-11 and not a mil guy. |
Originally Posted by ClutchCargo
(Post 2205825)
I'm ANC based. The trip I'm on now goes ANC-MEM-HNL-SYD-HKG-TPE-ANC. My next trip is ANC-MEM-CDG-DEL-DXB-HKG-TPE-d/h ANC. Lots of international flying for the ANC base (it's all international).
Are you a good pilot? Because you have to be GOOD to ride the thoroughbred. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Originally Posted by FXDX
(Post 2206137)
Just a swag: If you are a Capt for 5 years you should be able to get a high 5 to the current contractual max of $260K. 15 years of service at 2% per year would give you an A fund value of $78K annually. If you have a spouse (see how PC I can be) who is within a few years of your age, I would guesstimate a factor of .89 if you take the 50% survivor benefit, for a benefit of of $69,420 annually.
This assumes you are at least age 60 when you retire and the current A fund benefits are in place when you hit 60. And these are strictly ballpark figures, your exact benefit would obviously have to be determined by the bean counters when you actually retire. |
Originally Posted by GoAroundFlaps
(Post 2205755)
When did you get hired?
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Originally Posted by HeavyJet
(Post 2206413)
Thanks for the response, much appreciated. That looks like two perfect trips for me. Great city pairings. Do you happen to remember the average layover? Is it the typical 24 24 36 type?
MEM was 65, HNL 48, SYD 26, HKG 36, TPE 24. I'm fairly senior ANC Capt. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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