Originally Posted by
Wizofoz
I have a question about the whole E3 thing.
If there is a downturn in the future and US airlines lay people off, is there any reason to think E3 holders wouldn't be the first to go?
No need to fantasise too much, we can use COVID as an example. US airlines did not furlough E3 visa holders out of seniority order and continued to renew visas. Those furloughed were duly recalled in seniority order when the time came.
Seeing what occured at Virgin and Qantas at that time I would argue that being on the seniority list of a reputable regional, ULCC or ACMI in the States is one of the safer places for job security as an Aussie airline pilot.