I can't imagine not thanking the Capt. for the jumpseat which he/she didn't have to give me, but did! It's simply rude not to. I always have and will. Personally I don't agree with allowing non-cockpit qualified personnel to sit in the cockpit jumpseat. It is a distraction and a safety hazard. The
JS privillage was not intended to be an extra passenger seat, which is exactly what it is here. But I don't refuse non-cockpit qualified
JS since it is allowed here. I'm almost there though! Having staff family members in the
JS using staff travel benefits is a joke too. People requesting
JS for company travel?!! NO! Don't even try it.