Originally Posted by
Boneman
I believe you are mistaken. Any "certificated employee of Continental Airlines" may request and receive jumpseat access. "Certificated employees" are further defined as "Pilots, Dispatchers, Maintenance Technicians." If you can show me the specific TSA regulation that denies access I'd like to see it.
Take a look at the CAL ALPA web site under MEC Committees - Jumpseat, or email the committee at
[email protected] if you have a question.
I received this information directly from one of the J/S Committee members. Our FOM is absolutely clear on Mechanics riding in the cockpit and it's a direct result of the TSA's involvement.
I don't like it but for now, that's the way it is.