Originally Posted by dutch rudder

If you’re implying I’m on the bus, I’m on the 80. You don’t absolutely have to live in base to make it work… With a little seniority (6 months for me) and a basic understanding of our PBS, commutable lines are attainable. But why commute for day turns? That’s nonsense.

If your sole measurement of a sweet gig is the numbers next to “2 year FO,” you’re right, it could be better than $96. However, I like to measure a sweet gig by several things, like what I can do with all my free time at home! You know what comes with $116/hr 2nd year FO pay? A sweet commute, a hotel room, and shame… from eating a basket Applebee’s wings, which you’ll pay dearly for in the morning.