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# Using the Jumpseat System

> Reposition your pilot to any airport in the vACA route network instantly using the free Jumpseat system in Pilot Hub.

## What is the Jumpseat System?

The Jumpseat system allows pilots to reposition to any airport in the Virtual Air Canada Airline route network without having to fly there first. This feature simulates a pilot traveling as a passenger on commercial flights to reach a new starting point for their next flight assignment.

<Note>
  Using the Jumpseat system is completely free and can be used as often as needed to reposition yourself across the network.
</Note>

## When to Use the Jumpseat

There are several scenarios where using the Jumpseat system makes sense:

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  <Card title="Starting from a Preferred Airport" icon="location-dot">
    Change your starting location to an airport you prefer flying from
  </Card>

  <Card title="After Completing a One-Way Flight" icon="plane-arrival">
    Reposition after landing at a destination where you don't want to start your next flight
  </Card>

  <Card title="Joining Group Flights" icon="users">
    Quickly join other pilots for special events or group flights departing from specific airports
  </Card>

  <Card title="Exploring New Routes" icon="globe">
    Position yourself at airports that offer routes you haven't flown before
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## How to Use the Jumpseat

<Steps>
  <Step title="Choose destination airport">
    In Pilot Hub, open the **Book a Flight** sidebar and select the airport you want to reposition to.

    <Tip>
      Major hubs typically offer more flight options, so jumpseating to a hub airport can provide more route choices for your next flight.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Scroll to the end of the booking sidebar">
    Scroll down inside the **Book a Flight** sidebar until you reach the action buttons at the bottom.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click on the jumpseat button">
    Click the jumpseat button next to your selected airport code. Your pilot is repositioned instantly, with no confirmation step.

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/virtualaircanada/pmo4RLjoASsWmJDk/images/essentials/jumpseat.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=pmo4RLjoASsWmJDk&q=85&s=ed95e8acecfb7a71077aa9357562e4e8" alt="Jumpseat button at the bottom of the Book a Flight sidebar in Pilot Hub" width="4167" height="2344" data-path="images/essentials/jumpseat.png" />
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Jumpseat Restrictions

While the Jumpseat system offers flexibility, some limitations apply:

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  <Accordion icon="triangle-exclamation" title="Active Flight Assignment">
    You cannot use the Jumpseat system if you have an active flight assignment. You must first:

    * Complete your current flight assignment, or
    * Cancel your current booking through the Pilot Hub
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="building" title="Airport Availability">
    You can jumpseat to any airport in the vACA network regardless of your pilot rank. This includes:

    * All Air Canada mainline destinations
    * Air Canada Express (Jazz) destinations
    * Air Canada Rouge destinations
    * Seasonal destinations (even when out of season)
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Best Practices

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  <Card title="Plan Your Routes" icon="route">
    Use the jumpseat strategically to position yourself for interesting route options or to complete specific collections of routes
  </Card>

  <Card title="Hub Positioning" icon="building">
    Consider jumpseating to major hubs like Toronto (YYZ), Montreal (YUL), or Vancouver (YVR) for maximum flight options
  </Card>

  <Card title="Event Preparation" icon="calendar">
    Check upcoming events in the community calendar and use the jumpseat to position yourself for participation
  </Card>

  <Card title="Explore the Network" icon="earth-americas">
    Use the jumpseat to explore different parts of the route network you might not normally fly to
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## FAQ

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  <Accordion icon="question" title="Does using the jumpseat count as a flight?">
    No, using the jumpseat does not count as a flight, earn flight hours, or contribute to your rank progression. It is simply a positioning tool.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="question" title="Can I jumpseat to airports outside the vACA network?">
    No, you can only jumpseat to airports that are part of the Virtual Air Canada Airline route network.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="question" title="Is there a limit to how often I can use the jumpseat?">
    There is no limit to how frequently you can use the jumpseat feature. You're free to reposition as often as needed.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Need Help?

If you encounter any issues using the jumpseat system, our support team is available to assist you.

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  <Card title="Discord Community" icon="discord" href="https://links.canadava.com/kgNgqfb" cta="Join Discord" arrow={true}>
    Get answers to your questions in our active Discord community
  </Card>

  <Card title="Email Support" icon="envelope" href="mailto:support@canadava.com" cta="Contact Us" arrow={true}>
    Contact our support team for personalized assistance
  </Card>
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