Originally Posted by
crewdawg
DAL is seniority, but once you've booked the JS, it's yours. I can't remember the timeline since I don't commute and rarely JS, but pilots going to work get to book the JS a few days before booking a JS home from work. In turn, pilots going home from work get to book a few days before anyone booking the JS for personal travel.
The Jumpseat is first come first served at AA. It’s yours once booked (8 days out). Commuting is a zero concern assuming you have mainline service. Time of check in for a seat in the back and it’s jungle rules at best.