Originally Posted by
frmrdashtrash
When I was at a regional I used to dry heave anytime someone mentioned part time pilots.
Part time flying isn't really a new idea. When my regional was short, the company called a couple of retired pilots for ferry flights. It completely undermines a negotiated contract for an airline to do this, and although I'd still do a 4 day per month, I would not be willing to undermine a pilot group for it.
I'd enjoy doing a 4 day once a month or so, but it completely undermines the profession. I'd rather be part of a better solution by sitting behind a desk chair with an ATP in my wallet than working for poverty wages. If / when getting back into an airline is financially possible for me, I'll do it.
I totally understand. As we all know though it's already done to some extent, just within the confines of the contract...such as the pilot who drops everything except for one turn, or the senior guy bidding reserve so he can run his own business.
In the CP's comments, part of the issue would be pushback from the union...doesn't surprise me, and there's no hard feelings. I'm in a great place, I just know I work with several other ex-regional guys who'd happily swing gear for four days a month.