How Often Do Airline Captains Work With The Same First Officer?

It is common for passengers to know who the pilots are on their flight. During initial and subsequent announcements, a pilot generally introduces himself/herself and the co-pilot. However, have you ever wondered how frequently a captain flies with the same first officer? It is pretty rare – at least at large airlines – for pilots to fly together consistently. This article will focus on a few of the factors that measure the likelihood of short-haul captains and first officers flying together on multiple occasions.