Originally Posted by
ChopperHopper
I'd say it's convenient for both parties. Pilot is granted UNPAID leave and is now safe at home. Airline doesn't pay the pilot, less but momentary overhead. Additionally pilots have a "guarantee" of a job up until September,
There is a SAFO that's already been amended. While it is just a SAFO and not a regulation yet, most airlines have taken this joint FAA and CDC info almost verbatim. All crew members must be familiar with this guidance and I'm more than happy to share.
We have the same policy here as well. But anyone who actually wants to work can work. We also still allow our pilots on LOA accrue vacation time. Is that what they are doing, too?