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#981
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Joined APC: Nov 2008
Posts: 49
Off topic question for current employees.
Used to be a flight attendant so had the packing down for 4 days at a time, but I imagine we're limited to what we can bring on the road since a pc-12 is considerably smaller then the jets I used to be on. My biggest concern is food/cooler. You guys use them? Is there a baggage limit for crew? (Can really only see rollerbag and cooler plus flight bag). That acceptable?
Just found great deal on nice cooler as mine is torn to shreds. Begin class in march! Looking forward to it!
Used to be a flight attendant so had the packing down for 4 days at a time, but I imagine we're limited to what we can bring on the road since a pc-12 is considerably smaller then the jets I used to be on. My biggest concern is food/cooler. You guys use them? Is there a baggage limit for crew? (Can really only see rollerbag and cooler plus flight bag). That acceptable?
Just found great deal on nice cooler as mine is torn to shreds. Begin class in march! Looking forward to it!
#982
On Reserve
Joined APC: Jun 2016
Posts: 20
#983
Line Holder
Joined APC: May 2015
Posts: 67
Most people bring a normal 22-24" size rollerbag along with a smaller bag or backpack for laptop and misc stuff. Those that bring coolers usually have something that is small enough to fit under your seat in the cockpit. The one I have is collapsible and fits neatly behind my legs/under the seat. Your rollerbag and backpack will go in the rear baggage area below passenger luggage. Anything additional like a cooler or headset bag needs to go under your seat. When airlining you are allowed to check your bag as long as everything you need to fly is on your person (uniform, headset, documents) in case your luggage is lost. When I bring my cooler I use it for extra little snacks that I get at the hotel like fruit or yogurt. The only time I really go to the store to fill it up is when I've got an overnight trip to the Bahamas or one of the islands further south. Food is ridiculous expensive down there.
I have a few questions to expand on your information though. I was under the impression that you kind of went wherever the company needed you, and didn't know where you would end up or for how long. Is that not the case? Or is Bahamas flying typically different, giving you a foreknowledge of where you'll be for a few days.
Also, in regards to uniforms, what is the companies uniform policy? How many do they provide and/or is there an allowance?
#984
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Sep 2016
Posts: 1,948
Awesome information! Thanks!
I have a few questions to expand on your information though. I was under the impression that you kind of went wherever the company needed you, and didn't know where you would end up or for how long. Is that not the case? Or is Bahamas flying typically different, giving you a foreknowledge of where you'll be for a few days.
Also, in regards to uniforms, what is the companies uniform policy? How many do they provide and/or is there an allowance?
I have a few questions to expand on your information though. I was under the impression that you kind of went wherever the company needed you, and didn't know where you would end up or for how long. Is that not the case? Or is Bahamas flying typically different, giving you a foreknowledge of where you'll be for a few days.
Also, in regards to uniforms, what is the companies uniform policy? How many do they provide and/or is there an allowance?
#985
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Aug 2013
Position: FO
Posts: 627
The will provide 3 sets of uniforms up front to include winter jacket. There is an annual tailoring allowance and an annual uniform refresh order. Optional items like black gloves, black hat, etc are on you.
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#987
Line Holder
Joined APC: Nov 2008
Posts: 49
Awesome information! Thanks!
I have a few questions to expand on your information though. I was under the impression that you kind of went wherever the company needed you, and didn't know where you would end up or for how long. Is that not the case? Or is Bahamas flying typically different, giving you a foreknowledge of where you'll be for a few days.
Also, in regards to uniforms, what is the companies uniform policy? How many do they provide and/or is there an allowance?
I have a few questions to expand on your information though. I was under the impression that you kind of went wherever the company needed you, and didn't know where you would end up or for how long. Is that not the case? Or is Bahamas flying typically different, giving you a foreknowledge of where you'll be for a few days.
Also, in regards to uniforms, what is the companies uniform policy? How many do they provide and/or is there an allowance?
#989
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Joined APC: Nov 2008
Posts: 49
I know they do allow a leave of absence, and you keep your seniority for a period of time. But you don't get paid during the leave. So if you get deployed for 6 months you could do that, doesn't help with the pay though.
#990
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Aug 2013
Position: FO
Posts: 627
They will pay the difference in salary if you make less at your military job for up to 10 days of military service per year. If you perform military service during a scheduled vacation, you can obviously "double dip."
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