Originally Posted by
Planewatcher
That's if you stick to your line 100% of the time. There's always extra flying to be had, always. Throw in per diem on those trips, you'll be above a van in no time.
The biggest dilemma is making a choice between going on these 2-3 day trips and leaving the family behind or being home every night.
I guess it depends on the base. I was never offered extra flying outside of assigned extra flying in peak. Anyone planning to come in and make more than 40 units is asking for trouble, IMO.