Originally Posted by
MikeF16
In regard to the unable to commute policy, per the FOM vol 1 dated 7 May 2015, Chapter 11 Section 5 page 11.5.1:
"Note: Both the primary and back-up flight must be on a Delta mainline or DCI carrier."
Edited since the original quote was all messed up, which made my quote look screwy. Also figured I'd play nice.
Actually, the latest update to the FOM Commuting Policy can be found on the Flight Ops page under "headlines". It is dated 18JUN15 and supercedes the change in the MAY FOM change which was published in error. The latest version essentially says that the Primary flight can be on anybody: Delta, DCI, or OAL (Other Airline). The Backup flight is supposed to be on Delta or DCI