Originally Posted by rickair7777

Yes, absolutely. Unless Daddy or Uncle Joe is the system CP, CEO, VP Flight Ops, etc.

In the past, not so much. But just cuz some dude brags about getting hired at FDX in 1986 with a GED does not mean it will work you in the future. SWA will hire people with a 2-year degree. I know a guy personally, but he had family connections so I wouldn't bet on that either.