Originally Posted by DylanHK

I’ve definitely considered them, my problem is is that they fly pretty much ONLY at night, and fly aircraft (apart from UPS’ 747) that I’d rather not fly. I’d rather fly a 777 or A380 across the world during the day than a 75/767 across the world but only during the night, if you get what I mean.

Originally Posted by DylanHK

2 yrs as a CA at a regional. I’m pretty sure Emirates hires RJ drivers, no?

Originally Posted by tnkrdrvr

Not competitive yet for UPS and FedEx. Comments about international flying show you don’t have a clue. Good luck to you!

Originally Posted by senecacaptain

OP:

Are you this guy from flightinfo ? Or his twin brother ?

https://forums.flightinfo.com/search/336464/?page=10

....just something I picked up on....

Originally Posted by Jet J

The O.P. Seems to have no clue about anything industry related at all.
Seriously doubting he’s a “RJ driver” Let alone PIC on one.

Originally Posted by wrxpilot

You definitely don’t have a good understanding of FDX/UPS schedules and aircraft.

Originally Posted by NYC Pilot

People usually return to the USA for several reasons. Some get homesick, some get divorced, some cant adjust to living in the Gulf, others only wanted to go overseas for a short period of time...Many reasons but there are those who will retire from here like myself. A lot of misinformation on APC regarding the reasons. Yes there are those that are not a good match for this lifestyle but there's many golden opportunities for those who like it, adjust and stay. Where else in the World can you become a B787/777/A350/A380 Captain in less than 6 years? Its not all roses but its definately not what some people here make it out to be. As far as compensation, I'd like to compare my NET salary with a 30+ year Reserve Delta A350 Captain and lets see the differences. I became a WB Captain at the 5 year point verses someone at a US legacy carrier doing the same job took them 30. Im in my early 40's and have been a WB Captain for 8 out of my 13 years here. When hiring starts again years from now, apply, interview, get the job and then decide for yourself. You can always come back to the USA if you dont like it. On the other hand, you may love the lifestyle and never leave. One thing is certain, you will retire very wealthy from here if you dont blow all your cash on unnecessary things as is the case anywhere.

Originally Posted by DylanHK

Your comment would prove slightly more useful if you elaborated.

To my understanding, there are some day trips but mostly night flying. At Emirates, yes, you will get night flying but flying will mostly be during the day (not defending Emirates, just stating facts). Compare that to a FedEx 777 pretty much only flying at night save a few trips. Reading a few posts on here tells me that most pilots are fatigued and complain about upper management. Not exactly my gig haha. Notice how on FR24 there are hardly any cargo planes in the sky during the day? Look at it at night, and you’ll see dozens. So if I’m wrong, tell me, because that’s what this forum is for.

This thread has turned into an argument about cargo flying lol. I’ve asked how Emirates lifestyle is like, and so far I’ve gotten negative feedback. Guess I have my answer!