Howdy JB commuters! How easy is commute in JB (generally speaking)... honest answer please ... thank you!

 

Depends on the city pairs. Where are you? Also, I commute offline by choice. More reliable and I’m not expected to clean on other airlines. And I sometimes get first class if it’s available offline...something JB makes employees pay $75 a leg for. And delta comfort+ is better than JB’s even more space (better snacks and such). Relying on JB to get to work is a risky proposition—especially in an irop. And even if you meet the commuter clause requirements (1 JB flight so long as there are enough seats open at 24 hours prior to departure for your spot on the stby list, or 2 offline options), the commuter clause doesn’t mean anything. Enough missed trips, or even one during holidays, will still trigger a dependability review.

That said, a majority of NY based pilots commute, including the chief pilots. Many pilots in BOS and some in LGB/FLL/MCO commute as well. It’s not terrible on or offline depending on where you are.

 

Commuting on JB is fine. Some city pairs are easier than others. Cities with multiple 320/321s are east whereas 1-2 E190s a day are where It’s challenging.

You’ll usually end up in even more leg room seating and be allowed to board first to say hello and store your luggage.

 

I commute on JB 3 times per month. Never missed a commute and I’ve never cleaned a plane. I may get a dirty look once or twice a year, but I walk off. I don’t care. Happy jetting!

 

Conveniently (not surprised), you forgot to mention the corporate written company policy requiring pilots to clean the aircraft during their commute.

 

Not surprised that you can’t cross 3 lap belts. I know, it’s below you.

 

You forgot to mention some of the joys of commuting offline. Guys, there are totally Instagram moments to be had on the CRJ900 first class! Even better the 737 lounge chair, biscoffs for all gents! The real epic moment is when that crusty captain who has been flying all night and rolls in last minute to tell you he’s got the Jumpseat.

 

That can happen at JB too.

 

Pretty sure there was a new change. Don’t quote me but if it’s 15 mins prior you are not getting bumped from that jumpseat.

I commute almost always on us. I have had 1 issue in 7 years 1
It’s commuting it is what it is. I have had more issues with AA agents in DCA vs ours. Plus we don’t oversell so you should have a really good idea if you will make it.

But as always if you can go on DELTA they are better than us at everything

 

Commuting is easy until it isn’t. DL is also 15 mins prior and nobody can bump you, don’t be afraid to ask them to read their FOM on it. Pretty sure UA is 15 too, no idea on AA...