Originally Posted by flyboyx

well, for the most part i agree with you. i went to obap in atlanta last year. i have to say that there were several non minority pilots there searching for jobs. mostly it was a good experience and these things are always a great opportunity to network

i did however see a few minor instances where we weren't treated so well. some of the american recruiters called out some of my non minority friends for being there only to use the organization to hawk a job.

i had a skywest pilot or two throw some not too subtle comments my way about being the wrong "color" at the wrong show (or whatever that is supposed to mean) all the while looking at me like i was a cockroach stealing their jobs or something..........they came across as jerk wads anyway...

however, i just took it with a smile on my face and kept on keeping on. i suggest you not worry about it and go.