Hi Buford, yeah I've noticed that. United states on their recruitment site that while a 4yr degree is preferred they are also happy with a High School diploma.

I'm in my early 30's flying a Dash 8 in Papua New Guinea. None of the Aussie airlines require degrees, they are only interested in how much real world experience you have, not necessarily your educational background. They also haven't recruited for several years & as I mentioned in a previous response all of the expat jobs need time on type.

Realistically, United Airlines (assuming I got the licence & the residency paperwork squared away) would be the only airline I could apply to.