earn (one's) wings

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earn (one's) wings

To prove one's merit and skill. I never thought much of Stu, but he really earned his wings this week with how well he handled the merger. You'll need to earn your wings around here before they consider you for a different position.
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The full list of responsibilities is available on delta.com/careers and check out the 11-episode mini-series, 'Earning our Wings,' which can be found on YouTube and Delta News Hub.
Seeking safety and service pros: Delta hiring flight attendants for 2020 class
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