Originally Posted by
Jamers
It's actually hourly wage multiplied by how much you credit for the month. Credits are different than hours flown. This is where good work rules come in.
Deadheads can be a huge factor with monthly credit amounts. Before being furloughed I would credit 60+ hours (not including guarantee) with only flying approx 35 hrs. This was due to my company constantly deadheading me around the US at 3/4 pay. Every trip would include an average of one deadhead every day!
Deadheading - Dozing for Dollars. And they wonder why they are making a loss...