Originally Posted by
bafanguy
The link lacks a bit of detail and context but would this Horizon Air pathway program compete with AA's three wholly-owneds "flow" arrangements for attracting new blood into Regional World ? :
“If you have your sights set on flying for Alaska, the Pilot Pathways Program makes it a no-hassle proposition.
Alaska Airlines commits to hiring at least 30% of its new hires from Horizon Air.”
“Fly with Horizon, working toward Alaska minimums. Alaska will perform quarterly reviews of your performance."
"Once you meet minimums and perform to Alaska’s standards,
you’ll be offered a seat with Alaska automatically (in seniority order), and slotted for training.”
https://horizonair-pilot.jobs/pilot-...pment-program/
I don't know how it compares to other Airlines' programs, but it represents a huge reversal in policy for the Alaska Air Group. There was a time when Alaska would not hire someone employed at Horizon. If you had Alaska as your ultimate career goal, taking a job at Horizon was a kiss of death.