So, let me ask: can we not pick up open time anymore within two days of a trip showing up in open time? I realize we can't through FLICA, but are we no longer allowed to call scheduling to try? Are trips within two days that show up now only for reserves?

 

Yup, all thanks to Kiwi filing a grievance. Now we all have to pay.

 

Can we still make ourselves available to scheduling?

 

Yes. Let me know how that works out for you.

 

You can try calling, but the answer will be 'no'. The worst part in my mind is that you can't even swap a trip with open time within 48 hours. I'm sure the company is saving money now with the increased reserve utilization.

 

I'm no fan of the resolution that is coming out of 109, but are we sure it's because of her grievance? I'm not defending her, but I've heard another name mentioned as well.

 

Capraro has been snaking that flying. He's domestic.

 

If this is attributable to Kiwiflygirl, I do not know.

I believe the two day restriction is actually in the contract and was never strictly followed to allow for flexibility.

Hopefully, someone with inside information will be able to contribute and clear things up.

 

The two day restriction is in the contract (poor language I know, although I am secretly less stressed knowing I don't have to be the first one to pick up the phone), and yes it's now being enforced because of her grievances.

Yes she is the or at least one if the authors of this resolution.

These are facts. Although we don't agree on this topic I don't think she's a bad person and don't take it personally. She wants change and is going through the right channels to enact change as daunting (and IMO foolish given the current negotiating climate) as it may be. Those of us that disagree need to show up or send a proxy to vote against it and those in other councils need to do the same if it makes it to that level.

 

This is a direct effect of a grievance she filed. The former practice was you called to pick up a trip in open time within 2 calendar days and you were usually awarded the trip. Regardless of weather this practice was not in concurrence with the contract, it was a win for everyone especially reserves. Reserves were enjoying QOL by not flying as much unless absolutely necessary.

Now because of a certain Kiwi from down under, everyone loses in this case, especially reserves. I hope every reserve pilot thanks her when they see her.

Group “A” pilot classifications may be used in any order, except classification (4) must be used before (5):

1) Pilots with fewer than 100 hours in category;
2) Pilots on reserve who can accommodate the assignment within their block of reserve days;
3) Regular and relief pilots who have been removed from a trip or portion thereof and who are time available pursuant to Sections 25.I (i.e., the pilot can accommodate the trip within his original trip hour period);
4) Regular and relief pilots who have placed their names on the standing availability list (Section 25.G.7) for the day(s);
5) By general solicitation, with the pilot’s concurrence in accordance with the following: