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2005-2026
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- EB-1AOtherAug 2025Dismissed
Dismissed · 7 criteria reviewed3 of 7 criteria metRead → - EB-1AOtherAug 2025Dismissed
Airline pilot sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification claiming published material, original contributions, and critical role. AAO affirmed denial, finding no major award and failing to meet three regulatory criteria. Petitioner's safety innovations and comparable evidence claims rejected as insufficient.
0 of 5 criteria metRead →
