My original schedule was 15 off and 85 hours. I was supposed to work 10 days straight from the 20th thru 31st. I had a 32 hour layover on the 26th to make 10 days legal.

I was also supposed to work this current weekend. I dropped this weekend trip and now I’m enjoying my good buddies Xmas party.

I dropped my trip on the 20th, swapped into a better trip starting the 23rd - 26th (yes I work Xmas. Most junior line holder). Off the 27th and found a great
Trip, in a different base, the 28-31st. I’ll be done at 9am New Years Eve.

I was able to attend my buddies Xmas party this evening, and I am now joining a friend on a 7 day cruise the 15th - 22nd.

Now I have 19 off and 64 hours. I gave up 8 hours of pay (ask me if I care) and now am doing everything I want to do for the month.

I am the most junior line holder in my base. If this doesn’t answer your question about QOL, nothing will. Lmao