Jumpseat Question
 

I am a pilot with a Canadian airline that operates 737-800s. We are ALPA and have some reciprocal agreements with various US airlines.

However, I am try to get to MSY in a couple weeks and none of our reciprocal agreements will help. In looking at the ALPA JS Policies page it seems that companies such as JetBlue and AirTran do NOT require a reciprocal agreement.

Just wondering if this is indeed the case and does anyone foresee an issue with me showing up with Canadian license/medical/company ID and requesting a jumpseat?

Thanks in advance for your input.

Not the case. Both have lists, though the PIC may have the authority to take you, even if you're not on the list.

No matter what, there will be some minor headaches. Gate agents are the 'gate keepers' to jumpseat access. You're not in CASS, right (US carriers only)? If not, the agents (or even the pilots) might assume that you can't sit in the back either. People make mistakes.

Talk to your jumpseat coordinator if you have one about your options (what airlines reciprocate with your carrier). If you don't have one or don't know how to contact him/her, use this form to get in touch with someone @ ALPA who can help you with your specific needs.

As a general rule, arrive early, try to speak to the pilots operating your flight, and be patient. Good luck!