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03-02-2015, 07:34 PM
#21
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Of course. Not debating that at all. As an FO buying another FO a European dinner for 25 euro after a beer and a meal "always" is a little stretch, sorry.
My main gist was trying to figure out what the "tradition" is with these certain rules. Not slamming it, just trying to figure out where Shrek was coming from.
Like the poster said prior to me, when I was a new-hire, I was also gracious when a Capt bought me a beer, or even a meal. However, it was never mandatory with certain rules and I don't think it should be.
As you said, each to their own.
My main gist was trying to figure out what the "tradition" is with these certain rules. Not slamming it, just trying to figure out where Shrek was coming from.
Like the poster said prior to me, when I was a new-hire, I was also gracious when a Capt bought me a beer, or even a meal. However, it was never mandatory with certain rules and I don't think it should be.
As you said, each to their own.
03-03-2015, 09:13 AM
#22
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Joined APC: Nov 2010
Posts: 166
By tradition...I meant half wingers not having to buy beer during their first year. Many half wingers have never had to pull their wallets out on an overnight....or that's how it used to be.
I was just pointing out that on the augmented crews...if the Captain isn't out with you, it's great if the other FO picks up the slack and treats the half winger.
I was just pointing out that on the augmented crews...if the Captain isn't out with you, it's great if the other FO picks up the slack and treats the half winger.
03-03-2015, 11:59 AM
#23
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Position: 737
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I certainly never expected it and always offered to pay, but I think I bought 1 or 2 meals my entire first year at United. The EWR 320 guys were very generous in that regard. It certainly has inspired me to do the same when I'm in that position. Either way, welcome to all the new guys! I wish you all a great career here.
That said, even approaching 3rd year pay I have a lot of CAs who insist on buying at least one meal.
03-04-2015, 02:20 AM
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03-04-2015, 03:38 AM
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And possibly short myself a free beer? Lol...
03-04-2015, 04:27 AM
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03-04-2015, 03:45 PM
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I certainly never expected it and always offered to pay, but I think I bought 1 or 2 meals my entire first year at United. The EWR 320 guys were very generous in that regard. It certainly has inspired me to do the same when I'm in that position. Either way, welcome to all the new guys! I wish you all a great career here.
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