WstCstCmtr

This what I don't get... I am making that living in Hong Kong... Why would I go to Afghan for the same or less?

Oh yeah... and I bet I'm flying a lot less than I would be there! 75hrs last year.

TonyWilliams

I will be at both, just like other crew members. In addition, there will likely be hotel stay in Kabul.

This is similar to what is done at Arik Air, however the pilot compound was not complete until after I left.

TonyWilliams

I believe that your assumption was that the one guy who didn't return was because he was betrayed in some way, and I'm somehow responsible for that? Interesting. The fact is that he is the guy who recruited me. I guess that throws a monkey wrench in your conspiracy theory?

By the way, 3 out of 4 of the original pilots were former Arik Air, just like me. All four of us are experienced expat CRJ pilots, and the two who are no longer with us both have extensive previous Afghan flying experience in the Airbus. All four of us are from North America.

So, in a nut shell, you don't have a clue what you're talking about.



Yes, that is one opinion. Maybe you're the only person who can save this company from the perilous end that awaits us.

Or, maybe not.

We actually have all the applicants we need for now. Thanks to all who responded.

mspano85

I'm interested in a position like this, but in the future. As of right now I don't have the hours for it, or the type.

Any recommendations for obtaining training ahead of time for a flying environment like that?

You said 1000 hours in type, so really I'd have to fly for an airline like Air Wisconsin for a year or so to get the time in a CRJ, correct? Would a fresh flight instructor with 1500 hours and a CRJ type even be looked at?

I understand the risk of this job and why that would turn many off, but I know a lot of pilots that are struggling pretty hard with $50-100k of training debt. A position similar to this one could easily get them out of debt in one year. Fly two and set yourself up for some comfort savings to handle the Regional lifestyle and pay for a few years.

Intriguing it is.

ClarenceOver

Being in debt is better than being dead.......

mspano85

Of course, however, some are risk takers, thrillseekers, adventurers, etc.. It's definitely not for everyone.

While I don't have much experience, I am willing to work this job, as dangerous as it may be. I just want to be better trained before I venture onto something like this.

gcpilot

That would make the pay between 1900 to 8000. Lot more than regional would be maybe 4000 a month and lot less that Emirates would be 5000????

Well thats not a whole lot of money to put your life on line.

But you never know if you will live to see the sun next day in that place!!

TonyWilliams

Seriously, unless you spoke the local language, or had previous expat flying experience in "challenging places", or some other thing of value, a zero time inexperienced pilot is not what we need or want.

Sorry to be blunt.

mspano85

I figured as much. I know I'm not qualified. I just don't know how to get qualified for it, or what route I should take.

Purple Drank

[QUOTE=Aviator89;1598702]Perhaps you should thank a veteran today for going to "prison" to keep us safe and free.