your_dreamguy
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- Jun 3, 2002
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Hello,
I am putting my bid for Captain upgrade soon. I am starting to think of some scenarios I've seen as an F/O. My question is...the gate agent tells you about estimated pax and bags. It looks as if you'll be overweight. What methodology do you use to squeeze people or bags on board? For example, the last captain I flew with uses this methodology:
1. Look at using a closer alternate.
2. Find some 1/2 weights.
3. Play with fuel.
A. Reduce contingency fuel.
B. Burn extra taxi fuel.
4. List extra empty galley carts.
5. Change Additional Crew Member to Female.
I look forward to your responses
I am putting my bid for Captain upgrade soon. I am starting to think of some scenarios I've seen as an F/O. My question is...the gate agent tells you about estimated pax and bags. It looks as if you'll be overweight. What methodology do you use to squeeze people or bags on board? For example, the last captain I flew with uses this methodology:
1. Look at using a closer alternate.
2. Find some 1/2 weights.
3. Play with fuel.
A. Reduce contingency fuel.
B. Burn extra taxi fuel.
4. List extra empty galley carts.
5. Change Additional Crew Member to Female.
I look forward to your responses