Not even close. It's the CPP with more hoops. It's worse.

United:

"What is the selection process?
 If you meet all the eligibility requirements described above, you can apply to Aviate
via AirlineApps.com and via the United portal. Both a profile in AirlineApps.com
and United are required to be completed to continue in the selection process.
 Once your application is submitted, the United hiring team will complete an initial
screening. If selected to continue in the screening process, United will invite to you
interview at the Denver Training Center (or other location, as determined by
United).
 You will spend half a day onsite for the interview, which includes the following four
sections: 1. a panel interview consisting of behavioral-based questions; 2. a
technical interview consisting of aviation-specific topics; 3. a computer-based Leadership Inventory and 4. a computer-based Becoming United cultural
assessment
 Finally, a Board of Review will evaluate your overall application and extend an offer to join Aviate if all screening criteria are met.



American Wholly Owned:

-Complete Initial Interview successfully with carrier and pass training
-Don't be a dirtbag