Hi Guys,
All I would say is if you are flying 500 hrs per year on Shorthaul its just about perfect.
I promise you that as the years roll on all companies will work their crews harder to compete with other locos and to improve the bottom line.
I can understand crews wanting more hours to improve CMD prospects but bear in mind 800-900hrs per year is not good for you, increased exposure to radiation, more early start late finishes to upset the circadian rythym leading to more body stress, earlier death ( research suggests ), limited financial return due to low sector/hourly rate, less time at home.
Few people say they wish they had worked more when they eventually meet their maker.
I love 500hrs per year.
With plenty of spare time as available use it to set up a business for a second income to offset the poor pension.
Regards