Originally Posted by
Phins2right
The NATs are a big yawn. Everything is scripted and spelled out for you. Total no brainer.
The training dept does an excellent job in the 4x sims getting you exposed and prepared.
I don't know why we make it such a BFD. Especially for FOs
Because for a long time it was a BFD. And there are still aspects that get messed up that can lead to getting violated. Some of that has to do with the oceanic CTAs and their job protections which is understandable.
And... since Capts more often than not take the middle break going east, there are 2 FOs in the seat in the middle of the ocean. That's probably why it IS a BFD still for FOs. I find it interesting that you made that part of your post.