Originally Posted by crewdawg

Just look at the schedules of those around your seniority. People look at mine all the time and I'll look at others as well, normal people don't care. If you're really worried, just go look at their previous months schedules, which is good anyway, as you want to see what they're doing over a long period of time. I did this before making my last move and one of the guys actually called me to chat about what each of us were doing as he was thinking of bidding my seat. If someone does give you crap, they're probably paranoid about something they're doing...so be sure to watch them more, you'll probably learn a trick or two lol.


All very important points, which is why it's great to look at a handful of people at your base and seniority. You may have wildly different experiences of those 20% senior and/or in a different base. Also, are you (and you spouse if it applies) good with longer trips? I flew with a guy who was leaving the 330 because his wife couldn't stand him being gone for 6+ days at a time (young kids) and he didn't want to bid reserve (commutes). I didn't mind them at first, but I just got sick of the 6 day trips and now I'd rather not even fly a 3 day, but I don't commute.