weekendwarrior
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- Jun 14, 2002
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Sorry for thie ignorance folks, but I need help understanding what exactly a furloughed pilot is, and why it happens.
I understand airlines get too fat, and need to trim. But why do airlines lay off/furlough pilots, yet hire new pilots at the same time? Is it a budget thing?
Also, when you have been furloughed, why can't you downgrade yourself and fly for the majors that are hiring? Too overqualified?
Finally, do furloughed pilots get their jobs back eventually, or is it a nice way of saying "fired"
I understand airlines get too fat, and need to trim. But why do airlines lay off/furlough pilots, yet hire new pilots at the same time? Is it a budget thing?
Also, when you have been furloughed, why can't you downgrade yourself and fly for the majors that are hiring? Too overqualified?
Finally, do furloughed pilots get their jobs back eventually, or is it a nice way of saying "fired"