Originally Posted by
irrelevant
Under the old system, which remains in effect until the changes are implemented, pilots could drop down to 65 hours of credit monthly, then pick up from open time for a minimum of 125% for every hour of credit above 65.
Under the new system, that is pending implementation, every pilot will only get paid straight time for hours flown between 65 and 75, then 125% for 75-85 hours, and 150% for hours above 85. It will benefit those who fly a lot, and never work the system, and further deincentivize those who work 65 hours a month from flying more.
That seems extremely cucked. It wasn't quite what I was thinking, however. Our system is based on reserve staffing so a couple weeks out, the trip pays 115%. Then eventually 130%. Withing 120 hours it pays 150% but the kicker is a reserve can proffer for the trip 5 days out so there's a very short window to snag the 150%. CS usually pulls it off the trip anyway so you'll need to call and argue to get it.
Your new system seems like a bad deal unless you don't care about being at home with your family and block 100 a month.