Originally Posted by
KnownTraveler
My previous employer is offering me what they call "third tier" employment, which basically means I could fly for them once or twice every other month, or do admin duties on a pay-per-hour schedule..
It’s very small amount of flying, I would absolutely jump on it for variety of scenery, if nothing else.
Philosophically speaking breaking up the routine is very good, if not essential for mental health. Get a hobby most would say and I agree, but if you are an airplane nerd and enjoy aviation – why not spice it up?
Flying a GS/WS sounds easy, but it only increases the time amount of routine - same drive, same operation and aircraft, and same burned out (complaining how hot the operation is) dude to fly with.
Don’t overdo it, however. The comment on asap/ALPA protection of your ticket was spot on.