EB-2 NIWOtherIndividualDecided April 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR022024_07B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Pilot with eleven years aviation experience seeking NIW claimed his work would generate positive economic impact and address labor shortages. AAO held the endeavor lacks national importance because working as pilot does not demonstrate broader field implications or substantial prospective economic effects.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Endeavor lacks national importance; working as pilot does not demonstrate broader implications or substantial economic impact despite labor shortage
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Endeavor lacks national importance; working as pilot does not demonstrate broader implications or substantial economic impact despite labor shortage |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed |
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