Originally Posted by
colonials13
Any thoughts on whether or not regionals will consider sponsoring H1-B's?
Originally Posted by
BizPilot
I believe an H1-B position is written where the applicant needs to have a bachelors or masters degree (FED gov requirement) Most regional jobs call for H.S. Major airlines may have trouble justifying a college degree requirement.
Originally Posted by
colonials13
Good point BizPilot
I will add another most important requirement..
Not only the H1B needs a bachellors degree, H1B requires a certain minimum salary to be paid, which is at least twice the 1st year pay of the highest paying regional...
And HR5900 requires ATP mins, where in the world will you find the FO's with 1500 hrs... Almost everywhere else in the world, people go to fly the B737 or A320 with 200 or 250 hrs and a type rating...
So, the H1B for airline pilots is highly unlikely..
However, a special exclusion for foreign nationals to work as CFI's can not be ruled out in a couple of years..
So guys, pls don't vote for any concessions and hold strong... The mgmts just CAN'T replace you.. Period...