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Old 7th May 2007, 13:49
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In Canada, the "Cruise Relief Pilot" sometimes gets a full type endorsement as well. It all depends on the training received and how the type endorsement application is filled out.

I believe that Air Canada is one of the few airlines in the world that uses "Relief Pilots" on flights that need an augmented crew due to long flights or long duty days. Most other airlines use fully qualified Captains and/or First Officers.

Lately Air Canada has reduced the training and now they get a restricted type endorsement valid only for the "Cruise Portion of Flight".

It is possible to get this restriction lifted if they do a complete PPC with T/O's and landings and then apply for an unrestricted type endorsement.

But because "Relief Pilot" is a position based on seniority and contract, they still won't be allowed to do any landings or takeoffs. SOP has them vacate the seat at 10,000'.
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