Originally Posted by
FLowpayFO
Many pilots just can not afford to finance both a degree and flight training, some have to decide on either or until they make enough as a Captain to pay for college out of pocket. I just think its ridiculous that a pilot with a History degree or something non relevant has the leading edge over a non degree pilot that has quality experience flying mainline passengers operating in the same environment as its major partners. I think companies need to focus more on the individual than anything else.
Many pilots have found a way to get their degree through sacrifice and due diligence. Diversity in an airline is a positive thing in my opinion and facilitates problem solving "outside of the box". In today's hiring climate there is an abundance of folks that "has quality experience flying mainline passengers...". OBTW, one of the best pilots I ever flew with was a History major, be careful not to judge a book by it's cover.