What limits the number of members entitled to Flight Deck Hazardous Duty Incentive Pay (FDHDIP)?

Flight Deck Hazardous Duty Incentive Pay (FDHDIP) is a form of financial compensation provided to service members who are assigned to specific duties on an aircraft carrier or similar air-capable ships that involve exposure to potential hazards. The limit on the number of members entitled to this pay is primarily determined by monthly quotas applicable to the eligible air-capable ships.

This means that only a certain number of personnel aboard these ships are authorized to receive the FDHDIP each month. These quotas can be influenced by various operational factors, including the ship's mission, manning levels, and the nature of flying operations. As the quotas are designed to reflect the availability and necessity of personnel involved in flight operations, they ensure that compensation is allocated fairly and in accordance with operational requirements.

In contrast, considerations like rank, permanent duty station assignments, or individual flight hours do not directly set limits on the number of personnel eligible for this pay. This system helps maintain a structured and manageable approach to hazardous duty compensation within the Navy.