Originally Posted by ShegotheD

There are several issues to address, but the most significant one is the company's decision to pre-post rest periods on all RES schedules before the first PCS run. This practice destroys coverage and negatively impacts the quality of life for everyone. If 80% of the month was blue, even middle-of-the-road senority could adjust their schedules more freely. This would allow senior pilots who drop their "good trips" to leave opportunities for junior pilots to pick up and or swap. With adequate staffing, there would be more blue opportunities for everyone.