Originally Posted by
Dave Fitzgerald
What C11CDA said. I wouldn't push it--especially on probation. To my knowledge, this hasn't been tested. Normally the short end of the show time is unusual. Usually you will have more time and isn't an issue. Plan on the 2.5 to show.
Agree with your probation statement completely. As a for instance, lets say that you are within 2.5 hours of LAX, but not SNA. I'd say you were completely safe showing at 1-2 hours later, depending on traffic, due to SNA's further proximity with no cause for concern. There's no way on earth the company can expect you to hit a moving target when on reserve and I do believe past practice used to be you get there when you get there.