Nope, you are wrong, they don't get FPL for any of the LEC business Ron mentioned, which is what takes up most of their time. If you doubt me, call your rep and find out. They get paid what they hold and what they bid, just like every other line pilot. If they get FPL, it's for MEC business, such as an MEC meeting or lounge visit. Most of the work they do they do without any compensation.