A couple of comments

First the ego of someone to say any of our new hires are not ready for prime time is amazing.

This group of new hires is by far the most qualified ever in the history of United Airlines and probably any major airline.

Second HR and all their rules prevents CP him or her from hiring their buddies. They provide a structured process and discipline that often prevents the BS artist from getting through the interviews. Notice I did say "often." There will always be those who should not be hired and even one or two of us who post on this blog may be him or her.

Finally I'm amazed the 1500 hour single seat fighter person is still getting through the process. Not that they won't make outstanding pilots for UAL, it's just when considering the depth of experience out there, why would a pilot with basically zero commercial experience be considered?

Oh and there are a large number of pilots with substantial UAL line experience involved in the hiring decisions.


Oh well you all have the answers so rant away.