EB-2 NIWOtherIndividualDecided April 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR122024_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A pilot with advanced degree sought NIW claiming pilot shortage and aviation industry importance. AAO held the proposed endeavor lacked national importance because working in an important field is insufficient and petitioner did not show how individual work would significantly impact the industry or economy broadly.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Single pilot at one airline cannot significantly reduce national pilot shortage; lacks prospective impact on field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Single pilot at one airline cannot significantly reduce national pilot shortage; lacks prospective impact on field |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failure made analysis unnecessary; decision reserved this issue |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failure made analysis unnecessary; decision reserved this issue |
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