Originally Posted by
Jonnyknoxville
heard it through the grapevine that they are also failing to crew their US 737MAX operation with the FAA pilots they were looking for
Well, this is sure a buzz kill and isn't likely helping their efforts(and isn't there a training bond ?):
"If FAA, validation & conversion to EASA is required during the first 2 years. (Pilots will be assisted to obtain)"
The mere thought of slaying that dragon would make me want to lie down on the couch and watch reruns of Gilligan's Island.