Originally Posted by
XR270
Forgive my ignorance, but is it the case that the junior pilot always holds the “bunkie” position on augmented crews? Assuming all pay is the same, what are the specific disadvantages of that role? Having to go to TK for landings every 90 days, more fatigue, general boredom of never landing, etc?
you got it… if on reserve you’ll fly every once in awhile… as a junior line holder you’ll probably never fly enough to maintain landing currency. I’d expect that you’ll go to landings class once/twice a year. What’s the downside of being career bunkie? Your skills will atrophy and you’ll make more mistakes… so review the flows/maneuvers/limits before you fly… that way it’s more lack of doing than thinking. Nothing worse than someone showing up unprepared.