Originally Posted by
nene
I think what he is alluding to is that on the 737/320 you only need to be "on call" in 3day blocks so it can be easier to take days and move them (presuming there is adequate manning) then on the 757/767 where you have to leave "on call" days in 4 day blocks.
(As a public service to newer guys, this rule does not apply to PBS bidding at the beginning or end of the month or when touching training.)
IDK, moving reserve days is already tough due to manning constraints unless your trying to move a Tuesday to a Wednesday etc.
Some people like the strategy of just putting all your reserve days together anyway as it forces the company to at least give you a free 30hr rest every 7 days.
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Also a PSA...the 7ER with the 4-day blocks counts toward the personal drop rules for WB categories. So if you're like me and don't mind losing pay by PDing reserve days here and there, this is a huge deal. On a NB, I can bid a 3 day block of reserve and drop the middle day as long as coverage is there. On an WB fleet, it's not automatic to drop below a 4 day block (or MSL if the category has it), as the company "may deny it." I tried multiple times on the 330 and don't believe I ever had it approved.