Good topic....
I just started at an airline as as FO. Never been an FO before, myself. So, there I am newest of the newbies with the senior-"est" of the captains on my first day. Here is the guy who literally wrote the SOP's. Problem is, he was the sloppiest pilot I've flown with in my career in 135. Taxiing well off CL, sleeping in cruise, yakking below 10K constantly, missing radio calls.... I could go on. So, I am prepping myself for the upcoming 4 day with this guy. I am trying to balance the diplomatic/new-guy tone with the "hey let's clean this up, stay out of trouble" tone. My plan is three tier: Plan A: Hey, I am the new guy very interested in solidifying my procedures, so I would appreciate it if we stuck to the book this trip. If A fails, then plan B is: Look, I have real concerns that 1. we are setting out selves up for trouble and 2. I am getting negative reinforcement of my training, I think it is very important to stick to the book. and C is: If this does not improve, I am going to call the CP and let him know about it.
Hoping it does not come to B or C. Not excited about making a name for myself so early in the game (if at all). Anyone, care share any pro's/con's or improvements to my plan?