Originally Posted by
EYBusdriver
When and how many non rated pilots are hired I have no idea. Seems every time things get critical with recruitment an airline somewhere goes under and they end up with applicants. If you don't mind the expat life and flying to exotic destinations this is a good place to be. If you have a shot at a good job with a legacy in your home country I would recommend you take it. Nothing like being at home. Most of the new hires I've flown with on the 777 came without out type ratings, generally either 744 or 738 guys.
From what I can remember, Eithad wasn't hiring non type guys until recently? Why the change now? I doubt if there is a shortage of pilots.