Who's Happy?

[SterlingCooper]

Long story short, I'm thinking about a move from my current job and despite all the negativity that surrounds these forums I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for 703/704 operators that they can speak highly of. I know that this may be a rare thing, but perhaps it could shed some light on the few companies out there that really are doing good things for aviation in this country.

This is for a pilot job, but obviously don't hesitate to give credit if you worked somewhere that deserves some positive recognition.

[cdnpilot77]

I'm happy!

[ahramin]

Alberta Central Airways was an excellent place to work 10 years ago. Probably still is.

[upintheair_]

I'm pretty stellar.

[up on one]

I'm quite content with where I am. That being said I can not express how happy I will be to say goodbye to Winnipeg

[upintheair_]

Hmmm... you don't know what I'd give to live in a city like Winnipeg. Trust me, you're better off than I.

[kilocharliemike]

Hook me up with your flying job and I may be happy...

[upintheair_]

True. I guess it's all relative. The grass is always greener.

[icosco]

Alkan Air

[iflyforpie]

I'm happy.

[Shiny Side Up]

Hmmm... you don't know what I'd give to live in a city like Winnipeg. Trust me, you're better off than I.

Clearly you've never been to Winnipeg before. I used to call it the Yellowknife of the south, but that really does a dis-service to Yellowknife.

Either way, I'm happier these days, though one might not know it by my usual brand of sunshine.

[upintheair_]

Hmmm... you don't know what I'd give to live in a city like Winnipeg. Trust me, you're better off than I.

Clearly you've never been to Winnipeg before. I used to call it the Yellowknife of the south, but that really does a dis-service to Yellowknife.

Either way, I'm happier these days, though one might not know it by my usual brand of sunshine.

Hmm... yeah, no. I've been there multiple times. Still would rather be in a big city, any city. Even if it's the 'Peg.

[rigpiggy]

I'm happy.

Ahhhh the miracle of modern pharmaceuticals

[SterlingCooper]

I guess I deserved this for the title. At the very least, it got a good laugh out of me. I'm happy you're all happy.

Specifically; who's happy as a direct result of a great work environment and wants to shed some light on the deserving employer?

And..... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLlsjEP7L-k

Though I would also take the city given the chance.

[schnitzel2k3]

Morningstar Air Express.

About as good as it gets without going to big red, green or blue.

No travel benies, but you're payed well enough to pay for your own trip AND you get enough time off to do it.

S.

[x15]

I am very very happy. So far it has been a great adventure. The word "Work" or "Job" are no longer in my vocabulary.

Enjoy the ride. If the glass appears to be half empty. Resize the glass.

[flying4dollars]

I'm happy. Looking forward to the next chapter when I get there, but happy where I am.

[AWOS]

I'm happy. Good schedule, decent equipment, decent pay.
Only downside is that I live in Winnipeg but my expectations are so low these days that anything makes me happy.

[johngalt]

I was happiest when I was a line pilot flying a caravan for 95k a year. I did that for awhile and now I am taking pay cuts to make to the airlines. I am told I will probably make 95k again third or fourth year wj mainline if I go that route.

[schnitzel2k3]

What's that, 7 or 8 years down the road thanks to Encore if you started today?

S.

[iflyforpie]

Exactly...

Metal... who GARA? Its an aircraft. Its a big pretty white plane with red stripes.. and curtains in the windows.. and WHEELS, and it looks like a big Tylenol!

Pay? Got to be enough to be livable... but its relative too. I'm pretty sure some guy doing a bush gig for $60K/yr is able to put as much away as someone making $100K+ in the GTA after taxes, housing, and commuting take their toll.

Lifestyle? The most important thing. A company that treats you like crap is no fun. Employees that annoy you or try to blackmail you trying to chase the proverbial carrot are no fun either. Unionized employees are probably the biggest factor in alcohol, antidepressant, and blood thinner usage in the country. Remember... we got into this industry because it was an easy and fun way to make a living... if it isn't like that anymore... perhaps its time for a job and/or career change?

[glorifieddriver]

I am pretty happy. First job. Up north, great pay, benefits and great people. Some days get tough with small bs but overall very happy. Just would be nice to be closer to family or have a rotation.

[NovaBoy]

Happier than a pig in sh!t. Falcon 2000LX, great pay, 6 weeks vacation, and I hardly work.

[atmosphere]

Fast Air in Winnipeg! Great group of guys and gals and great equipment.

[SterlingCooper]

Thanks to everyone who responded by including their current (or past) employer. It's great to see people speaking highly of any company on this site.

Those that said that they are happy at the moment, or had a job they loved would you mind sharing the names of the employer? Or are people worried about the lost of anonymity?