Originally Posted by
ekgoldmember
My nephew asked me last night if a captain or first officer wants to leave the cockpit anytime during the flight, who relieves them?
Years ago if a captain wanted to stretch his legs or go to the toilet a member of the cabin crew would take his place, is this still the case? First time I was not sure what to answer!
Nigel
With today's aircraft. One pilot is allowed during cruise. Used to be a rule that when only 1 pilot, he had to put on his oxygen mask but not in years