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Old 23rd Feb 2012, 19:59
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Flex33
 
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There are so many variables that are not apparent to anyone not involved in Commercial Aviation.

There are significant differences between Long, Medium & short haul. As there are between single & multi sector duties.

While it may be difficult to obtain the necessary permissions for a MoP to occupy a flightdeck jumpseat it is the best possible way for you to gain a realistic perspective of the issues involved. Ideally you'd follow a crew through a typical week. But I doubt such a time consuming commitment is possible.

So without witnessing the problems for yourself who can you trust to inform you without prejudice?
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