I've been 2 leg commuting for 15 years now and this is simply my philosophy. If I have to jumpseat, I always ask the Captain, even if it's my company. If I non-rev, I always let them know I'm there and I appreciate the ride, unless it would interfere with boarding. I've offered to sit on the FA jumpseat numerous times, and yes I felt in the way. However, sometimes the FA jumpseat is better on the the behind and back. ;-). That being said, if someone didn't want to sit on the FA jumpseat to get me on, hey, life's still good. No need for me to elevate my B.P. over it. I hold nothing against that person as long as they are professional about it. The old saying, treat others how you'd like to be treated works most of the time.
Now get off my jumpseat! LOL.
Off the subject but what a game last night between the Cardinals and Packers.