FedEx - DH question
08-24-2008, 06:31 PM
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It is originally based on the d/h block times. If you deviate and the deviation routing block time is >5hrs you qualify for first class assuming your bank will cover it. So ... you can always schedule your d/h to be greater than the contractual 5 hrs (i.e. SEA-DFW-EWR instead of SEA-MSP-EWR).
08-24-2008, 06:31 PM
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Don't forget that you can do 1st Class if total duty time exceeds 11:30.
Most typical duty period exceedance is on the back end when you deadhead out with less than a legal rest period. As an example: arrive 0600 and deadhead before 1400 = less than 8 hours rest means same [effective] duty period. (Domestic is most restrictive)
P.S. Claim your tips to GndTrans drivers as an Out-of-pocket expense.
8.A.4. Class of Service for Commercial Deadhead Travel
... b. A class of service higher than coach shall be authorized if:
i. a deadhead exceeds 5 scheduled block hours; or
ii. a deadhead is included in a single duty period exceeding 11:30; or
iii. the scheduled block hours of a revenue flight plus the scheduled block hours of a deadhead in a single duty period exceed 8 hours. However, if a domestic duty period does not exceed 11:30 and a deadhead within that duty period does not exceed 1:30 (OAG) block, the deadhead may be scheduled in coach.
Deadhead greater that 5 hours is YOUR deviation scheduled deadhead (had to go thru ATL once to qualify- but worth it).... b. A class of service higher than coach shall be authorized if:
i. a deadhead exceeds 5 scheduled block hours; or
ii. a deadhead is included in a single duty period exceeding 11:30; or
iii. the scheduled block hours of a revenue flight plus the scheduled block hours of a deadhead in a single duty period exceed 8 hours. However, if a domestic duty period does not exceed 11:30 and a deadhead within that duty period does not exceed 1:30 (OAG) block, the deadhead may be scheduled in coach.
Most typical duty period exceedance is on the back end when you deadhead out with less than a legal rest period. As an example: arrive 0600 and deadhead before 1400 = less than 8 hours rest means same [effective] duty period. (Domestic is most restrictive)
12.C.6. Domestic Rest Provisions
a. A domestic rest period shall be scheduled for not less than 9 hours (8 hours when the following duty period consists entirely of deadhead to base), and shall operationally be not less than 8 hours.
Good Luck.a. A domestic rest period shall be scheduled for not less than 9 hours (8 hours when the following duty period consists entirely of deadhead to base), and shall operationally be not less than 8 hours.
P.S. Claim your tips to GndTrans drivers as an Out-of-pocket expense.
08-25-2008, 03:11 AM
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08-25-2008, 05:24 AM
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I've heard that the company will cover up to a 20% tip, but I just have the driver write a total amount with a tip line. Limos may be a little different.
08-25-2008, 09:40 AM
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Is the 5 hr dev rule, based on the "trip scheduled dh time"...or...the " actual scheduled dh time" on the flight you actually deviate on?
Similarly, is the 5 hrs based on "flight time"...or "total travel time" (i.e. flight time, plus layover connection, plus flight time)?
Thanks.
Similarly, is the 5 hrs based on "flight time"...or "total travel time" (i.e. flight time, plus layover connection, plus flight time)?
Thanks.
5hr rule is based on what you actually fly:
1)If the scheduled D/H is over 5hrs and booked in 1st class, but your deviation flight is less than 5hrs...You're limited to purchasing a coach ticket.
2)If the scheduled D/H is under 5hrs, but your deviation flight is over 5hrs...You're eligible for 1st class. Assuming you have enough bank money. Your bank remains based on the coach scheduled D/H.
The 5hrs is based on block times.
The 11:30 rule is based on duty times, including your deviation legs. Like Flybynight said...If you D/H home same duty time, it is quite easy to exceed the 11:30 and make yourself eligible for a 1st class ticket. Again, your bank will not change, just your eligibility.
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08-25-2008, 10:36 AM
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