Originally Posted by
Tall Bird
I was on Air Transat YYZ to LGW on 1/9 when we were delayed for 25 minutes or so during which one CC left the flight. Her section colleague told us the MAN flight, leaving 45 minutes later, was two CC down and would not be able to take off unless there was a move over. Thus, two flights left each one CC short but still compliant apparently.
My airline also has the same option. If you are not departing a base you can reduce the crew by one of you meet certain criteria. Max number of pax onboard (not seats) is 50 / crew.