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Originally Posted by MusketeerMan  They take the open time that was most likely set aside for IOE rides and if/when they don't need that time for IOE, they'll usually assign it to guys who they want to get off of green status. It makes sense to me and I'm sure the guys on reserve like it as well.
Yes, we have biddable open time... |
Andy is right, if you're a green crewmember, they will put open time on your reserve schedule to get you off of green as quickly as possible. It sucks if you're a line holder and want open time, but from the company stand point, it makes sense because they avoid having to send you back for a PC or placing you in a green on green situation.
For us new guys, it gives us a chance to get some more time in the airplane before sitting on our hands on reserve. I've tried to bid for open time next month and I tried to pick up a dropped trip but was denied. Apparently a reserve holder can not pick up a drop trip from a line holder. Which is silly because a line holder is looking to get those days off, and here you have a reserve guy itching to fly. You should be able to pick up that trip.