jetBlue

[airbaker]

Not trying to start a hiring debate (or attempt to defend UAL's hiring model under Nacy Stukey), but when I interviewed with jetBlue in Sept. there were 67 very qualified candidates (representing both genders); out of that total, maybe 5 were female. I met three of them and was impressed by not only their qualifications, but who they were as people. Funny thing is, one of the females was a United captain.....I'm pretty sure she was qualified.

Again, not trying to flame, but just wanted to defend the gals I met in September. None of them were 1000 hour wonders.

 

[JayDub]

Not to disputwe what AKAAB said, but a whole lot has changed as far as hiring goes since 2000 around here. With that said, go with his advice; show your commitment and something will eventually land for you.

I have had two female first officers here. The first I flew with was a classmate at the Air Force Academy of two guys I know that are working at Jetblue, and were hired at the same time. The other was a one tour P-3 first seat. Same as about three other guys I've flown with.

In short, if they are giving preference, I am sure not seeing it in their qualifications. They are getting hired at the same time and qualifications as their peers.

Respectfully,

JayDub