Originally Posted by V169

A quick summary of SWA Reserve
- 90 TFP guarantee with 15 days on - split into a mix of 3 & 4 day blocks
- 2 hr call out -- no long call or airport standby
- AM RAP (reserve availability period) usually starts at 0330L / PM RAP 0945L
- Released on last day after 9 hrs if not used
- Can give a fly/no fly preference but scheduling will manage assignments once
guys start getting close to reserve guarantee
- Do not "own" the trip until you arrive on airport property
- Once you start a block you can put remaining days of block in trip give-away

Major effort in current negotiations to improve reserve rules. Only about 15% reserve coverage so you will fly during busy summer months--not so much in winter. Limited amount of crash pads and all require a vehicle. Good amount of commuter hotels but rooms fill up for Raiders/Oakland A's home games.