FTL's are designed to stop fatigue onset. Tiredness starts when one reports for duty.
Ironically, EK plans on a report time of 60 minutes prior to STD. But what actually happens is pilots report between 90 and 100 minutes prior to STD.
So if one reports at the aircraft less than 60 minutes, then he/she must answer to his manager as to why he is late!! Doesn't make sense.
Most EK flights are into discretion from the beginning.
A three man crew operation is not workable, particularly when operating from a crowded airport with frequent departure delays.
Ensure your bacon is well covered before accepting such flights!!!