Originally Posted by Flyby1206

Non-rev is flying on your company, or parent company aircraft with a seat in the cabin. You 'check-in' with the captain as a courtesy and so they know you are an able crewmember in the event of an emergency.

Jumpseating is flying in the cockpit of any aircraft, or sitting in the cabin of a company other than your own. You must go to the cockpit and ask the captain permission to ride aboard his aircraft. It isnt just 'checking in' like a non-rev situation. Even when it is your own company, you must ask permission from the captain to ride in the cockpit.

It might sound like BS and nit-picky, but this is a benefit that was created by pilots/unions decades ago for our benefit. Pilots in other countries dont have this ability like we do. Show some appreciation for the fact that you can live in XYZ city and commute to ABC base, otherwise you'd be relocating your family every few years when the company shuts down the base.