We've got guys upgrading to captain on the 777 and A330 with 6000 total time. The provision is that there is a minimum of 4000 jet and 1000 in type. So it's not unusual to have sub-10,000 hour pilots in command of an intl. widebody.

With Air France work rules I doubt he'd fly more than 500 hours per year. The French love their vacation time.


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