regarding the hours, not necessarily. 2 were not picked in my interview group despite having the same amount, I know of a couple who were not picked at E9 with 3000 and 2500. Attitude and what you tell them during the interview, especially on the TMATT and character/personality subject could matter. Some people are not made, or not at their best, working in a crew of two, especially after many years flying single-pilot in a 135 or else.