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Pilot Deviation
Shouldn't have to be said but when you call in sick you should wait to do it less than 12 hours out. You really should do it as close to departure time as possible but that's another discussion.
How about calling in sick when you know you’re not going to work. Close to departure… why? That will most definitely screw someone one. We have reserve pilots for a reason, there is no need to RA someone to cover a sick call. Should go to Long Call, Short Call, and finally RA.