Ladies an gentleman,
I hope that you are not limiting this discussion only to UK pilots.
We cannot forget that, there are hundreds or more European pilots holders of a “might full” JAR licence working abroad, and operating flights to European destinations.
Please use as reference the example given on my post reply on this subject.
Several countries are adopting JAR rules, simply because they are the most convenient of all as far duty time limitations concern.
It is becoming a norm in several airlines to change the length time of a sector and arriving time on the individual crew rosters, knowing in advance that they will not be able to complete the flight within duty time “limits”.
Leaving the decision to captain’s discretion. We all know what will be the result if someone dares to delay or even interrupt a flight for this reason.
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We need to get on with this enlightening process don’t we?
Dear Spork, the answer is YES obviously , it is one of the ways for us to make things to move on.
However, if we want to have this issue moving, we have to start proposing this to our Associations, but for this to take effect needs to be supported by a majority of pilots.
In addition, be aware, do not get surprised if you discover within your association some people fiercely opposing to the idea in dealing with this issue.
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At least we can be thankful here in the UK that we don't have the Italians or the Americans setting our duty time limitations. Mind you, it may only be a matter of time!
Have no doubts CCC !
Safe flying to all.
Mercurius