Its true that during Jan to March they can give u 5on 3off but only 3 times in that period. But this is never used and has not being used this year on anyone I know.
Not a company man, but if anyone wonders why I and my fellow pilots stay here and put up with name calling etc. from members on this site for doing so, its due to the stable family time I enjoy with OKish pay.
With reference to remark above on downturn - probably true will get our 5000 euro allowance for uniform/loss of lisense etc. cut - but at least will b in a job.