Originally Posted by
Hatesheavys
Not saying it’s the right answer, but I honestly don’t see them throwing much of our negotiating capital at changing reserve rules.
When I've spoken to Todd Insler and others about reserve rules I hear the following....
1. You won't be on reserve long, so don't worry about it.
2. Reserve rules aren't worth spending negotiating capital on because it's a short-term experience.
3. You are only on reserve by choice.
However, I've seen pilots in IAH, B 756 CA seat on reserve for nearly 10 years and now I see Captains throwing in the towel and bidding off.
Points 1,2,3 is the parochial train of thought (standard ALPA speak) and should be shot-down by anyone who has been the shock-absorber for scheduling for a long period of time.