Originally Posted by imaliveru
...especially since she "thanked the agent" which obviously means she knew she wasn't supposed to be up there.
Thanking the agent might have been a simple common courtesy.
Originally Posted by imaliveru
While I'd be surprised if it is the policy, an informed answer is what was requested and is what would be helpful....
Then be surprised. Deadheading NW pilots fly in F.
Originally Posted by imaliveru
Regardless of whether there is such a policy or not, it is
TOTALLY inappropriate for an employee in uniform sitting in First to even mention deadheading to
anyone within earshot of passengers. [/U]

That's just plain silly. I've had any number of conversations with pilots & FA's who are deadheading & commuting in both cabins. If they're in uniform, they're either deadheading or they're commuting.