Reviewing the Information Tab
In this topic, you will learn about the main fields and information presented on the information (info) screen.
We estimate that this will take 4 minutes to complete.
Introduction
By default, you begin your PBS sessions on the Information screen. It displays at-a-glance, current information about the data the system has for you, along with your various bids, their status, and any upcoming events you have. This topic examines the screen in detail.
Detailed Explanation
When you first log into the system, the Information screen displays your current information.
BENEFITS
Using this process, you can...(why do they care?) (12pt)
This screen displays your name and employee number.
HINT
In this training example, all names are fictitious and all data shown is generic system data. Your airline may customize the information displayed for its specific requirements.
Information about the current bid period is shown here.
You can see how many trips of 1, 2, 3, or 4 days the bid period contains in the Total Pairings Day Wise chart.
DEN-319-CA represents your Denver base, 319 equipment and your position (Captain). This information also displays in the upper right of the screen.
You can see the current bid period, along with the confirmation number and date associated with your last sync to the server in the info bar at the top left.
As a current crew member, your bid eligibility should be Yes.
If your eligibility is No for any reason, you can still access the system but cannot place bids.
Seniority indicates your level of seniority compared to all others in the system.
The Line Check Airman, Green, and Reduced Block attributes show you information specific to these attributes in your bidder profile.
Your training seniority may be different to your overall seniority.
Training requirements display training events that you are eligible for (if any).
Any restrictions that your bidder profile may have will be shown here:
Shadow dates allow union members to view bid awards even if they are not flying for the bid period. This field remains blank when no union is involved.
The Bidding Information section acts as a Bid Packet Cover Page. Your employer provides relevant bid period information, such as credit windows and bid dates. The presented information varies by bid period and category.
SUCCESS
Congratulations! You have successfully learned about the main fields on the Information screen.
