Originally Posted by
groundstop
With regard to the FAR part 117, it seems to be an easy fix. Move long call to 16 hours, and we agree to acknowledge by 10 hours, giving us at least a 6 hour window to acknowledge a trip as opposed to the current 2 hour window (worst case scenario).
16 hour long call would really benefit guys that are stuck commuting to reserve.
Better yet, let's make it 18 (or more) hours. That way a pilot can check his sched before he goes to bed, turn off his phone, and then check again 8 hours later after he gets up.
I think you're on the right track though. The long call leash is going to have to be lengthened.