We think the first time you climb into a raft shouldn't be for real. All training is done at FlightSafety facilities. Where the training takes place depends on which aircraft the pilot will be flying. This way they have a lot of time to spend with their families. The night before the pilot goes on call, he must call dispatch to get his first day's assignment.
Crew reports to the aircraft one hour before departure to pick up the trip sheet and flight plan.
Or they could come home that day. The King Airs do a lot of that. The jets are on the road most of the tour.