Originally Posted by
Phantomwun
Hi. I was wondering what aircraft types do the Dubai trips or other Middle East destinations? Also, at what point in the process do you find out what equipment and domicile you are assigned to? Thanks
Dubai is currently done by the 777 and MD-11. The -11 crews can be from any of the three domiciles for that aircraft. The only other regular Middle East destination is Tel Aviv which is currently flown by the Cologne 757 crews. There have been other locations over the years on military charters, but those come and go.
I'm not that tuned into the hiring process so I apologize if this is old info. From what I hear, folks going to the MD-11 are chosen specifically so they show up one day early and know right away. I think everyone else picks based on last 4 of SSN (high to low) on the first day.