Originally Posted by
QatarA340
I agree.
I also think pilots park in remote stands to reduce their working hours (along with Cabin crew) since they can just literally park 20 seconds after landing and then that's it. Getting towed to a gate and then going back to the parking bay will increase their working hours. Perhaps that could be a reason why they are using this much.
Although I rather like the idea of pilots cruising round the terminal looking for the best parking spot, that's not how it happens.
And given the competitive parking i see around town, i reckon its a good idea the whole thing is controlled by the airport
