Originally Posted by
Icantleavebecause
More would return but apparently, returnees are being forced to return on the type that they left on. I've heard that very experienced 777 Captains who volunteered to go to the 747F during COVID have been told that they must return to the 747F. This is being enforced, yet they are desperate for 777 crew. 
Various rumours that returnees will be drafted onto the narrow-bodied Airbus when they start arriving.
I hate to be that guy but why should they get to return on the most desirable fleet in the company? I know seniority doesn't mean much anymore but if you return you are at the bottom. Crew still here should have the opportunity for airbus wide body and 777