EB-2 NIWOtherIndividualDecided April 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR182025_04B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An airline pilot sought EB-2 classification with a national interest waiver to work as a pilot and ground instructor. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the petitioner failed to establish that his proposed endeavor addressing pilot shortage had substantial merit or national importance; support letters remained too vague about prospective impact.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Petitioner's endeavor as airline pilot and instructor lacks significant potential to employ U.S. workers, substantial economic effects, or broad field implications
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Petitioner's endeavor as airline pilot and instructor lacks significant potential to employ U.S. workers, substantial economic effects, or broad field implications |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached due to failure of first prong; decision reserved determination |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached due to failure of first prong; decision reserved determination |
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