Originally Posted by
Roman75
Hi guys, I’m new here and in the process to obtain the green card. I’ve been working in the Middle East for the past ten years. The last five years as a Captain, four and a half in the A320 and currently flying the 787. Always a big fan of United. What would be the chances to get hired directly in the 787/777 in DC, I’ll be 48 yrs old in the next months. Thanks a lot!
It changes monthly, but I wouldn't "count" on 787 or 777 DCA until about 1 year in. You could bid 777 or 787 EWR and probably get it if it is offered in your class and wait for a vacancy. Alternatively, if you want to be based in DCA right away bid narrow body or 756 DCA in class, depending on what is offered, and then put in a standing vacancy bid for 777 and 787 DCA. There is no seat lock to move up a pay band, so you could switch over within the first year once one or the other is available.