The target date for going live with the production system is August 1st, 2022.

No, you would only use this program if you want to enter your requests for pairings as either call me first or what you would like to be awarded if available.

This program is designed to replace the Reserve F/A Trip Request in Flica which was manually processed by a Crew Scheduler.

Once the new program goes "Live" (Target date is August 1, 2022) The Reserve list will convert from inverse seniority to a "Bucket" system. Your seniority will still be valid, but it will also be affected by your "Days of Availability".

Information about the "Bucket" and "DOA" terms can be found in the FAQs. It is also recommended that you review the Contract section which can be found on the RSA homepage.

With this new program you may submit your request up to 1330 LDT (Local Domicile Time) the day prior to the departure date.

Days of Availability

You will always have your "Core" DOA bidding which is your DOA minus 1.

Example: You have 4 Days of Availability you would be able to request a 4 and or a 3 day pairings. Your core is 4 - 1 = 3

On the Reserve Daily Schedule you will be placed in a Reserve "Bucket" according to your DOAs...

Bid rules are what Crew Scheduling can manipulate to increase or decrease the types of pairings you're able to request based on your Days of Availability. The bid rule adjustments will be made after 1700 LDT two days prior.

As mentioned in the what are DOAs FAQ section, you will always have your "core" bid rules intact which is DOA minus 1.

EX: You have 3 days of availability - you are qualified for 2 and 3 day groupings because you have 3 days of Reserve.

The bid rules may be modified 2 days in advance of the pairing date by Crew Scheduling. In order to view any modification you would log into the program 2 days prior to the pairing date, go to the "My Bid" and select "View Bid Rules"

The bid rule adjustments will be made after 1700 LDT two days prior.

The reason for the timing of the bid rule adjustment is Crew Scheduling needs to know what the coverage looks like two days out, to be able to offer flexibility in the request. They will need all the trips to be covered first (both RSA and assignment) and the reserve list completed to determine that coverage. This will line up with the publishing of the DFS at 17:00.

After logging on to the RSA website, click on "MY BID" and select "BID RULES"

The contract states that FAs with 6 or more DOAs may request 6 and 5 day pairings. It also states that Crew Scheduling may make allowances based on Reserve coverage. (see a. of contract diagram)

Below: An example of an FA with 10 DOAs where the bid rules have been modified by CS to allow for requesting more than the "core" 5 or more day grouping.

Here is the associated contract section:

There is no option in the program allowing you to remain on the list. If you decide to enter a request, here's an example of what can happen:

1. Your request for a pairing is awarded

2. Your request was not available, but you were assigned a pairing

3. Your request was not available and you were not assigned a pairing - you may still be assigned after the award or will remain on the list.

If you want to stay on the Reserve list as CML it's best not to enter a request for that day.

No, by checking the Call Me First check box in the RSA program, it will automatically recognize your request.

If you are awarded a pairing it should be on your Flica schedule before the Daily Flight Schedule is printed. The exact timing will vary since folder processing times will vary.

You may also check the "My Result" tab in the RSA program. If there was a pairing that met or matched one of your requests, you will receive an award result or if denied, a denial explanation.

If a Crew Scheduler had to manipulate your award in any manner, you would receive a response in the "My Result" section of the program as well.

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As of this entry (June 1, 2022) the following is planned:

For the month of June we will have Live online training sessions going over the contract changes and an overview of the program. The Halflica.net website will be the primary resource for online training materials and will be updated as needed.

For the month of July we will continue to have the Live online training sessions, but will supplement with FA Trainers in the FA Lounges - for both bases.

Look for the announcements that will be forthcoming from the company and union regarding presentation dates and in-lounge visits.