MEL Returns - This is one of the biggest problems facing us at the moment. This is still to be confirmed, and nothing is scheduled at this stage, but yes they will eventually be here. At this stage the contract does not provide any payment for this flight, and it is something we will need to work on when moving into an EBA/SNA.
Standby/Open days - With the guaranteed 9 days off per roster cycle, it is anticipated that the remaining days will be utilised for these. If you are called for a flight however, you wil still not be doing more than 3 trips per month. But if you include your days off down route, it actually increases your guaranteed days off to 15 per 28 days cycle.
Standby Down Route - Alot of crew are unhappy with this, but it is something we will just have to accept. It is the only way the company can ensure that flights do not leave without the full crew compliment of 13. This is another matter though that will no doubt be discussed when negotiations commence for the EBA/SNA.