Not insulted by you, but the premise. So you are telling me that because I have not flown for 1 1/2 years, I am considered to be lower than standard. Rusty maybe, but not below the standards.

After, several 121 PCs, many hours of 121 flying experience, countless emergency situations, 135 PIC operations including actual engine outs, dodging t-storms and eating ice, meeting an on demand schedule and an airline schedule, acting as the PIC when not actually type rated and holding the CA position (that gives away where I used to fly), and being employed by an airline for over 7 years without a violation or incident makes me less than standard?

Look, I don't expect to be given the job based on my experience. I need to prove myself in an interview, but not to have even been given the chance (when they are hurting for pilots) to come in and talk about my experience and let them know why I haven't flown in 1 1/2 years amazes me.

So again, I guess after the many hard working years that I put forth in this industry, I need to start all over? If that's what it takes, then I guess I have to play that game because I do miss it. However, that doesn't mean I have to agree with it. Well enough whining from me. Time to get working on it.

Sorry about the rant. It's not aimed at you, just the process. I have to admit, I am puzzled about the state of airline (specifically regional airline) hiring practices.