Originally Posted by But seriously

The only reason WB FO has become junior, is because NB FO has become so much more attractive lately. In “normal” times new hires would be commuting to reserve in EWR and SFO anyway, regardless of equipment. IAH and DEN were a pipe dream, regardless of equipment. And the thought of upgrading was something you hoped you could get to before you got you 20 year pin…
No one is getting “shafted” with WB FO. It’s a bunch of 24-25 year olds who are absolutely winning the airline career “timing is everything” lottery. At least until the industry flips again and the music stops.