Originally Posted by
Darant
Yeah, sorry if I wasn't clear. Some guys from my class got a line the first month out of IOE. They do it to consolidate you. Of course there are notenough lines open to give to everyone. Once you get that 100 hours you will be on reserve and get random flights until you get an actual line.
Im not entirely convinced you are correct. This may be the case this month but don't count on getting a line next month (simply FYI man). Do a find on the contract under "consolidation"… there are few examples they can hold flying for a pilot to consolidate. IE, 5% of ALL flying is held for consolidation, otw any integration conflicts can be placed in the consolidation pot.
I see it more possible you were released from training before the roster closed and built a line (13.B.2.A), or there weren't any reserve lines for your base + the month in question. Ref the PBS awards to see about that one.
I hope everyone gets off reserve asap… but consolidation alone doesn't necessarily mean you'll hold a line (all month) as a junior pilot.