Increase Your Money!

1.  Log each and every trip in complete detail.  I snapshot every FLTLOF, completed ID, and payroll REMARKS section and store them on my computer.  Each ID I've flown then contains a complete listing of the crew, the holding time for each segment, and other notes and details.  This way, when your paycheck arrives, you can cross verify it (together with your DFAP and Monthly LOF's) for accuracy.  I cannot tell you the $1.00 here or there I've had to have payroll make adjustments for.  They add up over time folks.

2. Make it crystal clear with the Purser during briefing as to exactly when and how the DSPFAC will be entered in for your trip.  I've noticed that some Pursers are a bit hyperactive in covering all the detailed elements of the service flow and the fundamentals of 2nd coffees, but are useless in getting the crew paid in a timely manner.  Don't tolerate this.  If the Purser is a commuter, pin down specifically when the DSPFAC will be recorded.  If he/she assigns it to another crew member, get the name/file number of that person for follow up should it be necessary.

3.  Know those cryptic pay codes, pay procedures, and relevant contract information inside-out, forwards, backwards, sideways, and slantways.  That's our personal responsibility and only can help (together with the recorded trip logs I mentioned earlier).  Oh, and get to know the payroll folks—they can be very helpful.

4.  Cut back on expenses.  Sounds obvious, but I always take sandwiches with me from home.  Room Service?  What's the hell’s that?  Besides, bringing your own food is healthier than eating that airplane crap.

5.  Think twice before doing any SPL work.  You make more money flying a full schedule.

6.  Try and get Purser qualified as this will add some more $$$$ to your paycheck.  You'll get used to flying the position on every trip.  Keep in mind that the role of Purser entails a lot of responsibility and you've got to be ready to make a serious commitment before taking on this role.

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