Kina hyrer flygere som aldri før - AIN

Chinese Airlines Scrambling To Hire Foreign Pilots

Chinese airlines continue to hire foreign pilots at a record pace in an effort to address a shortage of experienced flight crew caused by the rapid expansion of both the local commercial and civil aviation industries. While authorities estimate Chinese airlines will need 2,800 to 3,000 pilots annually over the next five years, the 12 flying schools across China produce an average of only 1,200 per year. According to Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) official Lu Shen, Chinese carriers attract foreign pilots with big paychecks, retention bonuses and allowances. “This is the only way to lure them to fill the vacancies created with the increase in the number of private airlines over the last five years and market liberalization,” said Lu. Read More