Originally Posted by
gloopy
Not only that, but often times someone's second third or fourth choice for whatever reason can still end up being an excellent place to be. USAir once fully merged with AA will be an incredible place for today's new hire. It will probably be a much faster path to larger widebodies, a Captain's seat and many other benefits of advancement up the list.
How anyone could apply to one legacy and not all of them in environment is just silly.
I applied to eleven airlines and also was actively working towards plan B (sales rep) and figuring out what plan C would be. I was called by one airline only (US Airways) and hired. I was actually scoffed by a few (very few) people for applying there. I'm glad I didn't listen to them, as I'd be unemployed (or a sales rep) now.
It was not not first choice at all (nor was AA), but I actually really like it here. The way I see it, I bought low and hopefully will sell high. I always wanted to work for FedEx, but they weren't/aren't hiring. That's life, you have to move on.
The funny thing is, since being hired, I've met several military guys that have AA as there first choice and never bothered to apply to US Airways. That's mind boggling to me, why would you not apply there?
My other favorite question that I get usually from guys new to the job hunt or crusty types that were hired 25+ years ago. Why didn't you go with DAL/UAL/fill in the airline? Well, I had my app in with them for over a year, and haven't been called. I guess that makes me a S. bag in your eyes? I think some guys really think they'll spend a Saturday afternoon putting in an app or two and have two or three interviews lined up by Tuesday. Maybe in a few years but not likely right now.