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Once again the reasoning in response is missing the point.
The terms " less than you think close to breaking point" is a good example of this.
There is no need in this day and age for any EU worker, and especially those in a safety related enviroment, to be anywhere close to breaking point. There is very little balance between work and play for the average Joe.
Further, there is a hint that the pay is good so shut up, as you are well rewarded. Again missing the point and resurrecting the attitude that pilots will prostitute themselves for more cash. Not true, if you read ther easyjet strike thread.
A fair days work for a fair days pay is a simple request. If the work gets onerous then there should be more free time for compensation and refreshment. When things work to the limit all the time, they break, even the aeroplanes.
If we operate at reduced thrust take off to save engine life, why not apply the same philosophy to FTL's???????