Originally Posted by Spoilers

That's exactly how it is! From what I have been told is that the recruiters don't even have control over the system and dislike this 3rd party recruiting process just as much as we do. Even internal recommendations won't help you get an interview.

American is prepping for new-hires and asking for input from current pilots. Expecting new-hire classes starting this fall. I'm hoping the application process will be combined and this 3rd party recruiting process will be history.