For flight operations, how many launches and/or recoveries are equivalent to 4-day operations to qualify for Flight Deck Hazardous Duty Incentive Pay (FDHDIP)?

To qualify for Flight Deck Hazardous Duty Incentive Pay (FDHDIP), personnel must complete a significant number of launches and recoveries over a designated period. Specifically, the requirement is that 160 launches and/or recoveries are equivalent to 4-day operations.

This standard is established to ensure personnel exposure to the high-risk environment associated with flight operations is adequately compensated. The performance measure of 160 encompasses the busy nature of flight deck operations, reflecting not only the physical demands of handling aircraft but also the important responsibilities of maintaining safety and efficiency during these operations.

To clarify the context, the figures beyond 160 represent an escalation that would not typically correlate with a standard 4-day operational cycle. Hence, the requirement of 160 is established based on the realities of operational tempo and workload during typical flight operations, ensuring personnel receive just compensation for the hazards they face.