Originally Posted by
ThreeStripe
But how could a 24 year old civilian pilot possibly be qualified to fly for a major When thousands of other pilots with much better resumes are told they don't have the experience. I am sure his passengers will feel very comfortable knowing their pilot got the job because he was in with the head of HR.

United had an internship program that had a few in almost each class. It was a very competitive program and from what I heard they were sharp guys/gals and they were hired at lower times.
Look at how United hired woman and minorities also with much lower minimums. Is it right? Depends on who you ask.