How about some facts from the 'horses mouth' for those of you who are interested.....
Firstly, to confirm your application has been successfully received you should receive both an e-mail and, at a later stage, a copy of the application form you submitted.
Secondly, we screen the database daily and all those who meet our requirements are invited to a workshop. We see up to 9 pilots at the workshop every Friday and successful candidates at that stage are then sent for a SIM check the following day. This allows us to offer contracts to the successful candidates within one week of their assessment.
Thirdly, our basic requirements are the right of abode in the UK, and a UK or JAA licence. In addition to this we look at hours, aricraft type/s, current/previous employer/s, reasons for leaving previous employment and reasons for wanting to join easyJet (basically everything you would expect a reputable airline to consider when screening an application).
Finally, whilst we are currently focusing on Direct Entry Captains our planned axpension means we will continue to look for pilots with a variety of experience. The on-line application form allows us to communicate with a large number of pilots (6000 currently) effectively and quickly.
So, whilst the current recruitment process may not be considered perfect,it is certainly not a 'lottery'!!