Originally Posted by
Sunvox
It's been a long time since I last sat reserve on a fleet. Is there a way to consistently add a couple hours above the 72 min or was that changed? Something like turning RDO to VDOs or picking up 5 Short Calls for an hours pay? I guess I need to go stick my nose in the contract before next spring. Thanks to any that can help.
3–C-1-b
Short calls get you an hour each only when you go unused. Your first two unused short calls each month get no credit & there are limits on how many can be self pickups vs company assignment.
VDOs (5-E-8-a) on the other hand, only pay out if you do get used. It can be a good deal & it involves add pay, so it doesn’t require going over guarantee to make $$. Of course, it works best when there’s a lot of flying on your particular BES, so if you’re consistently hitting min pay, there might also not be a lot of action on VDOs. Know the contract to understand caveats & how to make it work best for you.