Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Aviation (2006): did not establish the position of pilot/flight engineer
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the position of pilot/flight engineer qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO found, based on the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is not the normal minimum requirement for the position. The petitioner's evidence, including an expert opinion and industry job postings, was deemed insufficient to prove that a degree in a specific specialty is a common industry requirement.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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