Originally Posted by
Ramjet555
Now, I'm not aware of the gambitpro statement that "a certain number of pilots from each country can get work authorization"
This appears to be a misunderstanding of the US AUS Free Trade Agreement.
Perhaps an E3 holder will come along and comment but my impression is that the E3 is not specifically/only for pilots but Aussies in general.
You're likely right about few Americans heading north to fly. I don't recall hearing anyone admit to exploring that option.
There was a brief mention of the reverse:
http://www.avcanada.ca/forums2/viewt...?f=54&t=122708