Originally Posted by
Brickfire
787/777 junior man was a base trade. While contractual, it is not widely available. 787/777 junior man awarded in a bid is around 70% system seniority.
Hard to say how retiring/hiring/differential WB/NB growth will affect the time for a new hire to hold IAH 787/777, but it will be a significant time period. Lots of things have turned upside-down, but WBFO in a desirable base isn't one of them so far.
Thanks,
I live in IAH and am waiting for a new hire class date. Just trying to decide if I should bid (subject to availability on my class bid) 777 SFO and commute or 320 IAH and be home. I know everyone will say home but I really like long haul flying.