San Francisco B737 First Officer Dave N. began flying helicopters, now it’s B737s

Dave N.’s pilot journey

Joined Aviate viaUnited Express entry point

Transitioned to United fromCommuteAir

Current roleSFO B737 FO

BaseSan Francisco

Dave began his aviation career flying commercial helicopters around his home country, New Zealand, before pursuing his fixed-wing licenses. He joined CommuteAir, an Aviate-participating United Express carrier, which led him to the Aviate program.

“It’s been an exciting journey as I’ve always wanted to be a United pilot. I now feel like I’m home!” Dave said.

San Francisco B737 First Officer Dave N. began flying helicopters, now it’s B737s

Dave N.’s pilot journey

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