Answer A) Has happened before, but is unusual. And certainly isnt a defined career path
Answer B) Look for threads on the airline itself, the housing issue is discussed.
they say I fall short of 744 f/o requirements at this time You would never get offered the 744, it doesnt accept direct hires or non-Saudi FO's, maybe they meant the Classic.
fits more than 9 pax What makes you think that you will achieve this goal?
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