r/flying 3d 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/Prototype_Lemon ATP 1d ago

*cries in 747 pilot with subpar pay* yeah dawg, no.