Originally Posted by
locstar
Hey fellow pilots
After having read this thread, I started to have serious doubts about my plans/dreams.
Some background: I am in my 7th year with a 'legacy' carrier in Europe, flying widebodies as F/O.
It has always been my dream to live in the States and fly for a legacy carrier there as well. I do not hold a degree, but about 5000 hours jet time (1,5k thereof on widebodies).
I applied to AA as they are the only ones who do not explicitly ask for a degree, but I understand I would not be competitive without one…?! My application has been pending for about 2 years now and I never heard anything.
How realistic is it to get ever invited? I appreciate your honest replies.
Do you know of guys from Europe flying with legacy carriers? Greencard? Havent been lucky in the draw so far, but I am single
Do you think the legacy carriers’ demand in the next couple of years can easily be satisfied with US pilots? What are your opinions regarding my case?
If I'm reading this correctly, you currently don't have a greencard or right to work in the USA? If that's the case, then I'd say your chances are near zero. Perhaps you'll get lucky with the greencard lottery. Or you could come over here and stay illegally and wait for Hillary's amnesty and you'll be all set!