Originally Posted by
FlyAstarJets
Hi Flyguy,
Honest question here. Other than 4 years as a pax commuter pilot in the 90s, I’ve flown nothing but part 121 freight since then. I can see by the charts in the 117 rules, that rest periods are better and governed by circadian rhythm. But, again coming from a 121 freight guy, how did it affect your quality of life and why do you believe it was adversely affected?
TIA, FAJ
It kept me away from home far more and had many other negative effects. The only positive was more rest…in a hotel.
Im not at all claiming to be some expert that can definitively say this will be good or bad for cargo, I really don’t know. I’m not however going to assume it’s good just because the company doesn’t want it.
Just remember every action causes an equal and opposite reaction. The problem to solve is NOT how this will affect current schedules, but rather what reaction this will draw from the company.
Schedules will likely change dramatically, and solving that puzzle will determine how good or bad this is.