Originally Posted by
Larry in TN
The problem with AA's policy is it only works for the first commuter to reserve the jumpseat (is it time or seniority?). UAL's policy works no matter how many other pilots are commuting.
You’re right, AA’s jumpseat policy is first come first serve. If someone books ahead of you they have the primary and you’re the alternate. But you find that out 8 days ahead of time as opposed to the UA system where a senior pilot can bump you up to 15 mins before departure.
I know which method I prefer.