I think the Federation has not gone far enough in highlighting the nature of work of a pilot and the characteristics of a typical pilots schedule; particularly that of a long haul pilot who is based in Australia. By very definition it is impossible to see such a pilot have the same amount of time off as a 9 to 5 office worker, and moreover to conform to sterotypical definitions of 'days' on duty. Around the clock duty, sometimes starting near midnight and covering several dates and time zones would be closer to the truth. I am not an AFAP member but this is a very real issue for many. I will be lobbying on this one direct to the ATO and I suggest AFAP members start demanding more for their money from its office bearers.
Last edited by Ivan Urge; 24th Apr 2002 at 15:53.