Originally Posted by
iflyjets4food
Ok, since I'm new to this, I have to ask a few questions. I'm getting ready to start class at RAH, and I've been told that once I have my company ID, I can jumpseat in the back. I plan on doing this once while in training to get home for a family gathering. What steps do I have to take to get back to the gate area and ultimately on the flights that I need? What considerations do I need to think about? I've scoped out the flights that exist to get me where I need to go, and there are multiple options. I won't have a uniform yet, so I guess I won't be able to take my shaving cream or toothpaste.
I agree with everything "rickair7777" said in his replies to you about jumpseating. I think he did overlook one item having to do with the CASS system which allows you to jump on other airlines. That item is when you go to the gate counter to request the jumpseat you will be required to show the agent your passport. Once on the airplane you may or may not be required to show the captain your other documents since you will have been issued a boarding pass from the agent showing you are in the CASS system.