Originally Posted by
Buck Rogers
Oh, I know exactly how rolling thunder works. You do work on your "off" days which prevents you from having any "on" days. Consequently, you work a "normal line schedule" and make a lot more than the normal line pilot. That is all besides the point.
Germane to this discussion, the option is sit at home and make 50% or work and make 100%. If you had a great ALPA rep who lost his medical,would you be in favor of making him step down because he would be "double dipping" according to your logic?
I wouldn't, but you are entitled to your opinion if you disagree.
Just wanted to highlight a few of your words...
It's a great deal, I agree. I'm all for good deals. We should make it available to everyone, kinda like reserve is.
I asked earlier but no response, how long has it been since the new MEC chairman flew the line?