Originally Posted by
canopener
Also, as the amount of work can never be divided equally, how do the systems account for pilots working more, or less, from month to month? Is there a bank, and is extra work paid?
Most airlines have a flight hour guarantee. At Delta, reserve guarantee fluctuates between 72-82 hours a month, based on a formula which doesn't really matter. Line holders have a guarantee which trails by a few hours. The trick is to maximize credit hours while minimizing actual hours.
Originally Posted by
canopener
I'm too embarrassed to admit what we get paid!!
Nothing to be embarrassed about. We all make less than we should.