Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Aviation (2023): did not establish his proposed endeavor met the national
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that his proposed endeavor met the national interest waiver requirements. Specifically, the AAO concluded that working as a pilot to help alleviate a labor shortage does not, on its own, demonstrate the 'national importance' required under the Dhanasar framework, as it lacks broader implications beyond the petitioner's own employment.
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Exceptional Ability Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor On Balance, Beneficial To The U.S. To Waive The Job Offer
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