FWIW SBA is a Empire base. You're supposed to live there, you RON in ONT. If XYZ airline bases you in ATL do you expect them to pay for your housing in ATL? There's plenty to do in SBA besides sleep in a car in the hangar. Beach, Mountain bike, hike, tennis, go to school, get a day job - or hang out at your apartment or house. I filled in for that run and had a great time. You can't get an easier flight either, 35 mins to ONT at 6 PM and 35 mins back at 730 AM.