Originally Posted by
DALMD88FO
I know a whole load of Delta pilots hired just right over these requirements. They come from one of two tracks, A. fighter guys and B. Friends and family. I just wanted to point out the difference between required and preferred as, like I said before, I've had it thrown in my face on more than one occasion during contract negotiations which have been almost continuous during the past ten years.
OK, let me know who they are so I can keep a close eye on them. Just kidding.
Yeah, we're on the same page here. That's why I mentioned the military short sorties, but I'm not sure who the friends and family would be.
Sounds like UAL.
You are absolutely correct there is a difference between preferred and required, but I think sometimes, preferred can equate to required but still not be listed as such. Obviously requirements can change as well. ie, when I got hired we had to have 20/20 uncorrected vision. DAL's eye exam was very tough and perhaps on par with the Navy's eye exam. Now new hires are allowed to wear glasses. 20/20 was an absolute requirement, not a preferred thing. Things do change.