Originally Posted by Ausflyer

Gday folks,

As you can guess from my opening line (& my handle) I am an aussie & am seeking some info about United.

At this current stage I don't have an FAA licence but am giving serious consideration about getting one in the very near future. I don't have a green card but I'm still looking into it. This thread is purely for research purposes @ this time.

Is it possible for a pilot working for United to commute internationally ???

About 3 years ago I came across a United 747-400 Captain who resides full time in Sydney Australia but commutes to work in the USA (he was born & raised in the USA however he never mentioned his base). It's my understanding that there are provisions in the United contract but I've never seen the contract.

Is it possible to build a roster in such a way that a pilot can fly the hours required of them & return to there country of domicile ???, wherever it may be in the world.

Obviously a green card is required to work for United & that presents other problems such as time spent in USA versus outside of it for residency.
Again this question is purely for research purposes & things can change in the future.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.