Hi
Checking out videos on YouTube, I see Swiss uses 2 pilots on a 10 hour flight to Miami from Zurich, whereas air France uses 3 from wuhan to Paris.
Are 2 pilots on long hail common?
Thanks
2 vs 3 pilots on Long haul
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Re: 2 vs 3 pilots on Long haul
depends on the agreed ratio with the unions factors include: flighttime, time difference, departure time, etc ...
Re: 2 vs 3 pilots on Long haul
But I thought there might also be rest time, which is the most important factor, no? Those 2 flights are similar in flight time, but differently resourced
Re: 2 vs 3 pilots on Long haul
if the total flight duty remains below a certain time (depending on sign in time), inflight rest is not needed legally, however some airlines have it in an agreement with the pilot union