Originally Posted by notEnuf

SLIs have a job which is different but are still line pilots. They are paid while training for that job. They have more schedule control that line pilots of the same seniority. They train to a minimum standard and get the job done. The footprint and timeline which they have no control over is the issue and that is a Delta problem. I had a different instructor for every module. Each module I had to learn their technique for a day. The pilots largely teach themselves and the instructor is there to read power points aloud, facilitate the operation of the FTD or sim, and give pointers. This isn't their fault, its the system. I have learned more real world operational stuff on line from them when I fly with them than is ever "taught." I rarely fly with them unless its an instructor slip trip. That's not the way it's supposed to be. Back to compensation, why do they deserve more than a regular pilot? Granted we all deserve more, I'm talking about a union membership and a PWA provision. I'm just looking for rationale and a don't care about the individuals choice.