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-Are these rates for jump seating? Or is this some sort of a special positive space/commuting arrangement?
-If not the aforementioned and unlikely quasi-"positive space," does one have some sort of priority over other nonrevs, or is it a level playing field regarding these fees?
-Does AE have jump seat agreements with other carriers wherein it would actually be FREE to catch a ride to work with someone other than your mainline affiliate?
-About how big of an average monthly bite would these fees take from a, say, west coast to ORD commuter's paycheck?
The jumpseat is free on AA or AE. But if you sit in a seat, you will pay for it. The is no positive space for a non-rev. You only get on the plane if there is still room after all paying passengers get on.
Like I said previously, AE pilots fly free on other airlines.
A flight from LAX to ORD will cost you $15.41 each way on AA. If you ever want to sleep in your own bed, expect to do at least 4 round trips per month. Quick math: $120 per month just to go to work.