Originally Posted by
Av8tor8710
Question. Considering how the airlines are pulling most of their Pilot's from the civilian side now, who later get in to those positions of hiring other Pilots, will military Pilots really get first consideration? I know a few C-17 Pilots, with thousands of hours wide-body time, who've applied with several legacy carriers months back who haven't even received a telephone call meanwhile buddies of mine are going from SIC, spent 4-5yrs respectively, at the regionals to a legacy no problem. Thoughts on why this may be?
You're fishing for positive answers that suggest you're all set and United will hire you right away. Unfortunately that's not realistic. Regionals will
shrink somewhat over the next 5-10 years, but plan to spend at least a few years of your career at one.