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06-13-2022 | 08:47 AM
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Rather than start a new thread I would be interested in hearing folks experience (primarily EWR) as to why they selected 777 or 787 FO. Pros/Cons. Let’s assume next summer looks more like a normal (pre COVID) schedule. Obviously economics and political issues can arise but in general, why 777 or 787.
Once the 777 fleet is at full capacity we'll have a better idea of the routes/pairing each will fly.
06-13-2022 | 06:13 PM
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In general the 777 has better destinations (Europe) and potentially shorter legs. The 787 has a standardized, nice bunk and slightly more comfortable due to lower diff pressure & humidifier. Once you're off the initial freeze it's quick and painless to go back and forth between planes.
Once the 777 fleet is at full capacity we'll have a better idea of the routes/pairing each will fly.
Once the 777 fleet is at full capacity we'll have a better idea of the routes/pairing each will fly.
06-13-2022 | 07:50 PM
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In general the 777 has better destinations (Europe) and potentially shorter legs. The 787 has a standardized, nice bunk and slightly more comfortable due to lower diff pressure & humidifier. Once you're off the initial freeze it's quick and painless to go back and forth between planes.
Once the 777 fleet is at full capacity we'll have a better idea of the routes/pairing each will fly.
Once the 777 fleet is at full capacity we'll have a better idea of the routes/pairing each will fly.
06-14-2022 | 09:54 AM
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From: 777 FO
Lately the trips in Open Time are generally: Tel Aviv (all the time), Delhi (almost as much), Lisbon and the 2-day LAX are becoming more common.
06-14-2022 | 11:12 AM
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06-19-2022 | 09:12 AM
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I'm a DCA Captain. I'm used pretty much every reserve day and easily break guarantee every month. since completing OE 2+ months ago I've had 1 SC assignment...the rest has been flying. The one time I was sure to get SC they assigned me a Bunkie trip (that might speak to FO staffing....).
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