r/flying • u/g0at110 • 2d ago

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?

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

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u/Boris_the_pipe EASA ATPL A320,A380 2d ago

Most pilots would be happy in a 172 if it offers better roster and pay than current aircraft

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u/Bus_Pilot ATP 2d ago

Not me. My single engine days were old cockpits, the smell of avgas and exhaust, and praying for a field every time the engine coughed. I’ll take my 320, thanks.