Originally Posted by
seminolepilot
…there's no way in hell I want to be flying nights getting my circadian rhythm jacked up or having multiple 24hr layovers on the international side at 67. There's a reason most folks here punch out before 65.
Some truth here to take notice of: how your seniority looks at 62-65yrs old. One thing if you’re in the top 5% of bidders….it could literally be a part time job @ full pay flying the best of the best pairings, which are still really good here. Part time due to vacations, conflict bidding, sick use, etc. Quite another to be at mid pack seniority. This all depends on when you were hired and the resulting dynamics.
Also note: Z international flying keeps you on a US body clock for the most part, exceptions noted. 24hr l/o’s is more of a whale thing.
Lots more day flying with postal contract.
PM turns aren’t as senior as they have been.
B reserve keeps you away from night stuff to a fair extent over time.
Sim IP, other desk jobs avail to keep you off graveyard hours.