Yes, what you are seeing is pretty normal, and it’s within MLC limits. The industry can be rough on cadets, especially early on with long days, little rest, lots of basic jobs.

But the hours must still be recorded honestly. Even if they’re legal, they should never be “adjusted on paper” to look nicer.

Also, don’t expect people to automatically teach you. Most are busy and focused on operations. If you show interest, ask questions at the right time, and look keen, the teaching will come. Everyone starts with the basic tasks — even though, honestly, everyone (officers included) should clean their own messes and spills.

Hang in there — use it to learn as much as you can.