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Should based F/Os who decline to accept a command slot in HKG get bypass pay ? In fact should <any> F/O who declines a command slot get bypass pay"
Yes.... because that's what in the contract. If you want to negotiate a change...I'm sure Nick's door is always open to a change in the BPP clause.
As for Jagman1's suggestion....
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Neither should you unless you're the appropriate CAT to start a Command course"
Do be sure to mention that well thought out idea to the SO on your next sector