I'm not saying you can't get on the short list by knowing someone, but most of those days are long gone. Computers pick the applicants for interview now based on what parameters HR/flight put in. It has to be fair for everyone these days. Lawyers are involved! No more "Good ol' boy" network. So most of these kind of stunts I'm guessing will be just that, a stunt. Can't hurt to try though I guess, nothing ventured, nothing gained.