I left Emirates…

Welcome aboard!

Here we are! You asked and I recorded. Finally, the long-awaited "Why Did I Resign from Emirates Airline" video is here! I listed my resignation reasons from my perspective.

I believe this video is a great tool for those who want to learn how is it like working at Emirates Airline as an airline pilot. In this video, I didn't want to draw a bad image or a perfect image of the Emirates Airline. I simply aimed to reflect my opinions and decision-making process about my resignation and while doing so, I tried not to reflect any emotion of mine. I hope you will enjoy the content! As usual, you can reach me in the comments section below.
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Timecodes:
00:00 - Introduction
02:08 - The First Reason
03:28 - The Second Reason
04:45 - Seniority-driven vs Non-Seniority-driven Airline
08:02 - The Third Reason
10:32 - The Fourth Reason
14:18 - The Fifth Reason
16:11 - The Sixth Reason
18:24 - The Seventh Reason

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The views and opinions expressed in this video are solely mine and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or positions of any company or organization mentioned. I share personal experiences, thoughts, and perspectives, and these should be understood as subjective interpretations. It is important to note that my experiences may vary, and you are encouraged to conduct your own research and make informed decisions. I am not a spokesperson for any company and do not speak on behalf of any employer, past or present.

[PilotBlogDenys]

Thanks for telling the story from inside out perspective! Stay Awesome!

[danroll]

I was on the A380 for 5 years, was fired during covid because I broke my leg (sick days) they asked me back I went, flew for a while then I quit when I found a job in the west. Your reasons are spot on specially the 6th. The corporate culture there is all about punishment, you are a number easily discarded, as shown during Covid; 1600 pilots gone, mainly on the A380 fleet, no seniority based to let go of pilots, AI spit the staff numbers with their reasons and weights and they got the names to fire, 3 months to get out of the country during the pandemic, guys with 15 years as well as guys with 5months in the company, people with sick days treating sickness, all in the mix. The company practices the opposite of what is a "Just Culture", you feel you fly with a gun to your head, any slips in the sim or the line your upgrade might be compromised or if you are a captain you can be demoted to FO depending on the circumstances. Go read on pprune whats all about EK and their treatment of pilots and cabin crew. They pay well but it comes with a hefty price! Its a great experience if you want to go, you'll definitely come out a better aviator, but have a way out, a plan with your family, dont get caught up with the "golden handcuffs". Its not a long term job anymore. Pilots beware!

[Flexb]

Thanks for the Video Caner. I worked for Emirates for over 13 years as a 777 Captain and was going onto the A380 in January 2020 when Covid hit in March 2020. I was then told that I will be put back onto the 777 in April 2020, so wasted all those months getting that 380 technical, which is considerably harder than anything I’ve ever flown I might add. BUT Unfortunately I received the dreaded Text saying to come into the training center the following day in June 2020!! I was neither a 777 Capt or a 380 Capt so me and 17 other guys that were in the same position were Fired for UnKnown Reasons. They have never released the exact amount of Employees that were let go due Covid. Only Rumors galore. I believe it was Sick Leave for me as I had a few Long Term Sick for Skin Cancer a few years back and I was on the “Watch List” BUT No One will ever know definitely. Your many points were spot on to my thoughts for many years about the lack of correspondence from management even to the point of abstract LIES were told point blank to our faces during the famous Wash Up Meetings of pilots after Ground School……..Removal of the Seniority List was a HUGE one for me that really showed me that these guys were up to no good. The Banning of PPRUNE from the Internet was another Bombshell!! I’m working for a small growing Airline in the USA now in South Florida as I thankfully had a GreenCard since 2011 and am much better physically (even though I kept myself in Top Fitness in DubaI) BUT the constant Circadian Rhythm disturbances were beginning to take its toll on my body as I was getting older. Maybe it was my destiny and getting fired saved my life?? I can honestly say that EK definitely made me a much better Aviator, even though my previous airline from my home country(After 20 years there flying MD-83 & B737-800NG) had VERY High standards, EK made me a much better Manager/Capt and to use my resources to the Mission’s advantage. Hope it works out for you and yes, getting into a MAjor airline in the US at your earliest opportunity is a great idea.

[francres]

I used to fly for Etihad and I resigned before even covid hit them hard, I’m in the US and there is no comparison, 15 days off per month is Gold!

[eugeneong]

I work for Delta Airlines and into my 23rd years with them. Profit sharing is superb. Top to bottom communication excellent. Only problem is old aircraft and no longer has B777. Mainly A330-NEO, A350-900 and B767-400 while domestic is mainly A321, A320, B757 and B737.

[mstallion]

Knowing other airline pilots or former pilots I certainly understand your position. One pilot I know used to fly a lot of red eye flights. As someone, who also worked nights for many years I know the challenge of working those hours. It is not easy to keep flip flopping your hours. Certainly it would be good to see oneself evolving out those bad flights. While the pay and benefits maybe good one also has to have a life. Many pilots here in the USA abandon their dream as a pilot once they see how it is as well. Good luck on your quest.

[mstengel]

Thanks for having the guts to make this. Shows you airlines you both want to aspire / not aspire to work with, and also who may not want to support as a passenger either

[fireandrose]

Great video! I learned a lot. The next time I see the A380 on final approach into Toronto Pearson at 9:00 am, I will be thinking of those exhausted pilots flying all night to get there - week after week, month after month, year after year. That's no way to live.

[camalio]

Thanks for the videos Caner, you really are an inspiration for me as a future airline pilot. Honestly was sad to see you resign from Emirates, it's such a great airline but all your reasons are extremely valid, especially the 6th. It's still my dream to fly for Emirates (or Air Canada), but with this video I'll have a clear idea of what to expect going into Emirates later in the future. Like you said there's no perfect airline so I'll just have to accept the good with the bad. I have a family friend of mine who's a captain for United on the 737 and he always tells me how amazing United is, so I'm sure you'll have fun. Wish you all the best and hope to see you in the skies one day!

[Minder]

Really interesting observation and disclosure of being a pilot. Well done sir !

[natashanicole]

USA… Worked hard and sacrificed literally living on penny and dimes to get my flight instructors and continue as a flight instructor to accumulate flight hours .. 3 years later (still literally living on 1200 a month pay secured a job as freighter pilot on Cesna 208 caravan than up it to metro liner 4 and then gulf steam 2 .. however in those 5-6 years literally had no savings .. sounded good to everyone that I was flying here there and everywhere and always felt like a superstar amongst friends and family but the lifestyle became tooo lonely different hotels airports and a lot of jumpseats to get home or fly to your aircraft .. and still the lay sucked … felt super burnt out .. no family dating life sucked … and then after having a divorce with the love of my life .. was never around .. but that’s the only time you make money when you flying… … went into depression .. felt more lonely flying those crazy hours at night time and continuously thinking that how my life would be different if I was just at one place and not traveling all the time … the moment the company cut the pay .. they stopped paying g for the hotels .. I QUIT .. the best decision. I ever made … dating life got better .. depression went away .. hot remarried .. 2 lovely kids .. and to see and be with my family and kids every moment is worth leaving the airline industry … it is defiantly definitely not everyone’s cup of tea

[Salih]

kardeşim böylesine açık sözlü olduğun için çok teşekkürler inşallah işlerin hep rast gider, genelde bizim insanımız doğruları dile getirmez ve nedense çalıştığı şirketi eleştirmeyi ayıp sanar ama sen cidden son derece profesyonel davranıp iyisiyle kötüsüyle bizleri bilgilendiriyorsun

I feel so identified with your point of view and “how you would like to work/fly”. Glad to see there are many pilots who just dont feel liking the vampire flights. I am resuming my flight career after a short break and I am more strict on what I look for when applying for a pilot position. Thank you for sharing!

[DrivePov]

well done Caner 🙏🏼
thanks being honest and objectively approaching to the conditions
wish you luck and safe flights on your new journey !

[stevenwest]

I’m not a pilot but completely support your decisions.
New subscriber and great respect to you.

[rikusbenecke]

Love your videos. Please keep going. Excited for all the videos to come!

[farhadnasirov]

I wish all the best in new company, Caner!you make very useful videos.waiting for emirates and united airlines selection videos!iyi uçuşlar, iyi çalişmalar!

[ansshanand]

Very comprehensive and well explained. Loved the perspective! Thanks for sharing.

[MA-ytly]

I want to thank you for your insights, Caner. You do a great job for the community! I am presently flying short/medium range flights with more or less no night flights. Before that, it was longe range flying for about nine years. I could not have described it more appropriately than you did when you said that you are a zombie after those night duties. I started my career with short/medium range and I am the happiest person to do that again. Just imagine all the time that u spend abroad while your loved ones are at home. I wish you all the best and please continue doing what you do. Best regards

[shadabshaikh]

Hi Canar, it was nice listening to you. It was honest balances made in choices you made wisely. I am not a pilot but an an employee i understood how we have to arrive at decisions. Thank you.