FDX - New Max Open FCIF
#3
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Joined APC: Nov 2013
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I was trying to figure out if this was good or not. Seems apparent that it ought to be, though since I'm rather paranoid, I'm wondering if there is a way to get screwed in this.....
Hoping this means they aren't going to do the usual in December. Put 10 plus standbys a day in open time, pretend like there are no reserves, and disallow any trades, even over the same footprint. I would think it would be a benefit to both the crew force and the company to do so.
Hoping this means they aren't going to do the usual in December. Put 10 plus standbys a day in open time, pretend like there are no reserves, and disallow any trades, even over the same footprint. I would think it would be a benefit to both the crew force and the company to do so.
#4
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Joined APC: Mar 2007
Posts: 331
It's for the Company..........that's all
I was trying to figure out if this was good or not. Seems apparent that it ought to be, though since I'm rather paranoid, I'm wondering if there is a way to get screwed in this.....
Hoping this means they aren't going to do the usual in December. Put 10 plus standbys a day in open time, pretend like there are no reserves, and disallow any trades, even over the same footprint. I would think it would be a benefit to both the crew force and the company to do so.
Hoping this means they aren't going to do the usual in December. Put 10 plus standbys a day in open time, pretend like there are no reserves, and disallow any trades, even over the same footprint. I would think it would be a benefit to both the crew force and the company to do so.
#5
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Joined APC: Nov 2013
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Just reading the latest FOM change, and saw this one:
"•New paragraphs added as the result of Regulatory changes:
FedEx Express crew members may not use a wireless communications device or laptop computer for personal use from arrival at the aircraft for departure until leaving the aircraft after arrival, unless it is in accordance with FAA-approved operational procedures.
This prohibition includes any personal use by crew members of these devices, including, but not limited to, talking, texting, bidding for schedules, reading or accessing the Internet.
In other words, all personal use is prohibited, whether or not the device is in "airplane mode"."
So even if you're delayed for hours, you are prohibited from calling, emailing or texting your wife/husband or taxi that was going to pick you up. You can't call and cancel a jumpseat, or rearrange a flight. Even if you're sitting there waiting for mx, doing nothing. I guess we'll be exiting the aircraft and going into ops to do that. Hope there aren't any delays. Of course, we are still instructed to use our personal cell phones to call GOC/MOCC in the event of a pilot deferred mx item.
"•New paragraphs added as the result of Regulatory changes:
FedEx Express crew members may not use a wireless communications device or laptop computer for personal use from arrival at the aircraft for departure until leaving the aircraft after arrival, unless it is in accordance with FAA-approved operational procedures.
This prohibition includes any personal use by crew members of these devices, including, but not limited to, talking, texting, bidding for schedules, reading or accessing the Internet.
In other words, all personal use is prohibited, whether or not the device is in "airplane mode"."
So even if you're delayed for hours, you are prohibited from calling, emailing or texting your wife/husband or taxi that was going to pick you up. You can't call and cancel a jumpseat, or rearrange a flight. Even if you're sitting there waiting for mx, doing nothing. I guess we'll be exiting the aircraft and going into ops to do that. Hope there aren't any delays. Of course, we are still instructed to use our personal cell phones to call GOC/MOCC in the event of a pilot deferred mx item.
#6
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Joined APC: Mar 2007
Posts: 331
Just reading the latest FOM change, and saw this one:
"•New paragraphs added as the result of Regulatory changes:
FedEx Express crew members may not use a wireless communications device or laptop computer for personal use from arrival at the aircraft for departure until leaving the aircraft after arrival, unless it is in accordance with FAA-approved operational procedures.
This prohibition includes any personal use by crew members of these devices, including, but not limited to, talking, texting, bidding for schedules, reading or accessing the Internet.
In other words, all personal use is prohibited, whether or not the device is in "airplane mode"."
So even if you're delayed for hours, you are prohibited from calling, emailing or texting your wife/husband or taxi that was going to pick you up. You can't call and cancel a jumpseat, or rearrange a flight. Even if you're sitting there waiting for mx, doing nothing. I guess we'll be exiting the aircraft and going into ops to do that. Hope there aren't any delays. Of course, we are still instructed to use our personal cell phones to call GOC/MOCC in the event of a pilot deferred mx item.
"•New paragraphs added as the result of Regulatory changes:
FedEx Express crew members may not use a wireless communications device or laptop computer for personal use from arrival at the aircraft for departure until leaving the aircraft after arrival, unless it is in accordance with FAA-approved operational procedures.
This prohibition includes any personal use by crew members of these devices, including, but not limited to, talking, texting, bidding for schedules, reading or accessing the Internet.
In other words, all personal use is prohibited, whether or not the device is in "airplane mode"."
So even if you're delayed for hours, you are prohibited from calling, emailing or texting your wife/husband or taxi that was going to pick you up. You can't call and cancel a jumpseat, or rearrange a flight. Even if you're sitting there waiting for mx, doing nothing. I guess we'll be exiting the aircraft and going into ops to do that. Hope there aren't any delays. Of course, we are still instructed to use our personal cell phones to call GOC/MOCC in the event of a pilot deferred mx item.
#7
Childish action by our company, I feel like Dad just took away my phone....this has got to be the most ridiculous rule I've ever seen.
Where is "FAA approved operational procedures" defined?
So, if a text comes through unbeknownst to me, and I look at it, I violate the FOM....great.....
Two can play at this game, because if you read it, it says, the rule does not apply to crewmembers operating a jumoseat...so, I'll just get out of the front seat and sit in a jumpseat to make a call...BRILLIANT!!!
Where is "FAA approved operational procedures" defined?
So, if a text comes through unbeknownst to me, and I look at it, I violate the FOM....great.....
Two can play at this game, because if you read it, it says, the rule does not apply to crewmembers operating a jumoseat...so, I'll just get out of the front seat and sit in a jumpseat to make a call...BRILLIANT!!!
#9
Eff that. Sat Phone, ACARS or radio. My personal cell phone will be off on the airplane and I'll be using the communication methods provided by the company. If they don't work, then I guess we'll have to taxi back and take care of it face to face.
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