Originally Posted by
SongMan
Help a newbie understand this. Why such a variance with the figures? Eagle has higher number. Does this mean Eagle airplanes fly longer days? Or pilots work less hours so they need more pilots per plane? Or?
Line bidding, which I think eagle has, vs GARBAGE pref bid requires more staffing. With trip touching and good vacation language, even more staffing would be required. This is a major factor in pilots per plane.