Originally Posted by
f16jetmech
I agree with all of the above. I think the having a humble mindset will help. I mean, if I'm on rap2 and they release me, that's not owed to me. I'm on call until midnight and even an hour early release is an hour they didn't HAVE to release me. We're here to work, not get off early.
Now with that said, I want as much time as I can at home... But I ain't throwing a fit it they don't let me catch the 3 o'clock back to Dallas.
Part of my mindset probably comes from the military where getting off 30 min early was a flipping miracle.
Agreed^^^
However, if there is nothing else you can do there is no reason to stick around.
Few examples I can think of.
1. No more turns you can do (they would have to junior man you)
2. Do you have 75 hours??? (Look at the captain reserve list see if you can even fly with anyone when they give you this excuse “we may need you to fly a maintenance flight” “we may need you to ferry a plane”
FM1 prohibits green on green..
3. Check the RGG see when the last turn leaves (while on rap depending where you are based add your call out plus 45 minute show time). RAP1 for LGA guys usually won’t be used past 12 ish.
4. Learn section 12 or the contract.
For example.. the contract states a pilot on reserve their last day shall not be assigned a PM standby assignment, unless no one else is available.
Like everyone else mentioned, be nice and considerate (let them know you are appreciative)
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