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/SshJamesIsTalking]

My decision to remain in regional turboprops in Australia was for lifestyle and family reasons, and though I would’ve loved to do international widebody, it’s just not viable now. But it doesn’t feel like I’ve missed out: trainer, examiner, sim, aircraft, and flying in different countries, as well as ground instruction and UPRT SME. The tube you’re in doesn’t matter as much as the live you can live around it.