Here's a question-
(Maybe some of the experts can answer..)
Lets say the base has 100 pilots.
The G Line is set at 80
So Pilot 81 is NOT guaranteed a line...
Scenario 1-
All Pilots above the G line get lines..
Pilot 81 has vacation the first week of the month.
Pilot 82 has vacation the 2nd week of the month.
Pilot 83 has training the 2nd week of the month.
There's enough trips left after the runs that allow for a few extra lines.. but because of Pilot 81 having vacation on the first week, there aren't any trips in week 2 that would build him/her a line BUT there are a few trips in week 1 that allow Pilot 82 and 83 to get line.
Should that happen?
Scenario 2-
If 5 pilots above the G line decide to bid Reserve, would that guarantee that pilots 81-85 get lines?
Keep in mind, due to the way our Contract works with regards to Pay.. you can get a line built that would give you an MPG of 70 hrs even if there aren't enough trips to have a PTC of 70 hrs. All because of where you are in relation to the G Line.
Would it be ok if pilot 81 still didn't get a line yet (realistically) the G Line should have shifted 5?
These are both good AND important discussions to have, especially now when we're in Contract/TA season!
These are Quality of Life issues that don't cost that much (with regards to other areas) but have major benefits to the Pilot Group.
Motch