You would be surprised how many companies use this method of weeding out "bad apples". We do get emails saying who they are going to interview. It is hard to believe that a guy didn't get an interview from 1 XO pilot saying no. The guy that said no must be high up or have some real bad stories about the guy. It is a shame for your buddy. He should really contact the XO pilot to talk about the issue, if he knows who it is, then maybe they can resolve the issue like men.

Hey Sligo, I wouldn't post peoples names on public forums, at least not HIS full name. If your buddy is good friends with Dave, then you will get a call for an interview...