Originally Posted by
dundem
world-class airlines such as BA and LH (among others) hire pilots with 0-40 hrs TT and mold them to be a capable F/O at >300 hrs TT. It starts by hiring the right candidates
BINGO!!!
Been there, done that. The selection and screening process is a problem at the regional level. That will rub some the wrong way, but it is the way it is.
The selection and training process at the large JAA companies is intense.
We are off topic here though.
I support those who say that all airplanes, from 19 seats and up should be flown by mainline.