Ok, this is an interesting discussion, but I am really not following it. You guys are using terms that I (a non airline pilot) do not understand.

So, in the interest of clarity, could you guys, in basic terms expalin to me what being on reserves mean. I mean I know it means you are on call, but you guys are talking about 2 hour reserves and 12 hour reserves.

1. Do yu have set days on and set days off?

2. Do you have to be at the airport on your days on in case they call you or can you be at your house?