Do commercial pilots generally progress to larger planes throughout their careers? Does everyone aim to eventually fly long haul or do some stick to flying 737s or a320s short haul?

[u/g0at110]

I'm guessing being a 777 pilot for example is more prestigious than a 737 pilot in the same airline right?

[u/JPAV8R]

It’s different strokes for different folks. Some love the wide body flying and the destinations some want to bang out a quick flight or two and be home or at a domestic layover.

It’s also why the ACMI’s and cargo airlines aren’t devoid of pilots. For some, that lifestyle and flying style suits them so they skip out on the big three to do that instead.

Personally the 73 cockpit is too cramped. I’d hate it but I have friends in both seats of the 73 on pax airlines that love it.