A little quote from the ATP requirements:
Sec. 61.153 ? Eligibility requirements: General.
To be eligible for an airline transport pilot certificate, a person must:
(a) Be at least 23 years of age;
(b) Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language. If the applicant is unable to meet one of these requirements due to medical reasons, then the Administrator may place such operating limitations on that applicant's pilot certificate as are necessary for the safe operation of the aircraft;
(c) Be of good moral character;
(d) Meet at least one of the following requirements:
Looks like you blew that one. I wonder how many qualified and honest pilots were not considered for jobs because of liars. Good to know we're in good company out there. No wonder so many people don't like professional pilots.
"Do what you have to do to get the job"? I would expect that to mean you go out, better yourself and EARN it. Get QUALIFIED, not steal it through lies and trickery.
College degree is not the issue here, but geez, what the hell? You're proud of this?
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