Very true. This thread is probably one of the most valuable sources of information for an airline out there. For the most part folks do strive to stick to task and not veer off track. Occasionally it does morph into something like Flightinfo.com for a day or two but that usually fixes itself in short order. Truly, the answer to just about anything one could ask is contained within. To everyone checking on for the first time: Please do pay attention to the descriptions of life in this ACMI business and be honest in answering the question if it's a fit for you and equally as important, for your family. Many have brushed over that spot and are shocked when the 17 day patterns, daily schedule changes and Crew Scheduling shenanigans actually do materialize. If you're the kind that can roll with changes and have a sense of adventure then this will be a good fit. If those things get under your skin then something with at least the pretense of structure would be a better choice. That's not meant to be at all discouraging to anyone but to point out that a bit of introspection early on will save a lot of heartache later.