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Old 08-07-2024 | 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Clever27
What can a newbie expect for RSV now in particular if there's any inputs out of EWR? How long on reserve before holding a line in general at the current moment? What's best option reserve option for those living very close to base? All these assume 737 out of Indoc TIA!!
You can expect traditional reserve (TRV), with a potential LCL or VEC depending on how those categories shake out over the next several months. The union just put out some nuances to VEC and LCL lines that may actually make them less desirable.

It wasn't uncommon in the past for more senior folks to bid reserve during the low volume flying seasons to get a break. A lot of guys are trying out the new lines and may or may not stick with stuff like LCL and VEC that on the surface seem like they offer advantages, but may end up with working a lot more. LCL in particular seems to looking like you will be prioritized in getting 3+ day trips even when you are in a mismatched silo. That could turn off people like I mentioned above who are normally line holders and want a bit of a break.

Time will tell, but it's looking like for now, TRV will work the least just based on the rule for VEC and LCL lines as constructed currently. The company pays VEC more and can make you do unlimited short calls on a 12 hour leash, so they're going to use you based on paying you a lot more for the VEC. LCL are structured so that you will always get used on trips so you will be covering the crappy 3-4 day trips that everyone tries to avoid.
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