Samuraimatt
1.Unfortunately LM's are not restricted by CAA duty hours, however most companies are sensible with their tasking.
2.Very few LM 's fly with the a/c these days as most scheduled cargo operators utilise an agent at route stations.
3.Yes we have to attend the IATA DAC course and requalify bi-annually.
4. The chief Loadmaster or Flt ops Manager.
5. No just per diems (in my case anyway)
Yes I am ex RAF.
Hope you catch something soon
Abiw , how long have you been on hercs ? as I may know you
