Originally Posted by
unclenobby
Can't get a part 121 flying job without being a lawful permanent resident first. Airlines are not going to nor would they be able to sponsor qualified applicants for a visa unless there is a clear "shortage" of applicants. Airline industry is no different to any other industry out there, lots of legal permanent residents working hard, paying tax.
Right. Plus, it takes months or YEARS to get the OK to work. The airline isn't going to do this. This is a moronic thread started by a guy worried he won't get his shot because the foreigners are stealing jobs.