Originally Posted by Timbo

I had to call in sick in my first 6mo. with a nasty head cold/blocked sinuses. I didn't want to of course, but I was worried about bursting an eardrum, again.

Here's my recommendation; before you call crew sheds, call the Chief Pilot. Explain your situation, ask for his advice. It has been my experience that 99% of the guys in the CPO are going to support you, even on probation. The crew schedulers, not so much.

So call the CPO and let them know first, then ask them if they will call crew sheds for you, or if you should call.

But either way, do NOT show up for work if you are sick! You are not doing any one any favors! It is much easier for sheds to replace you before the trip begins, than in the middle of the trip after you've blown out an eardrum.