Thanks Stryker. It surprised me though as I don't see where the need for so many pilots. Even when the next 200+ go to AA the 824 will leave at a 1:1 with new hires off the street for AA. Add to that the parking of the ATR's and AMR's burning desire to diversify their regional feed and it would seem 700 is a bit much.

But what the heck do I know. I'm clearly not seeing the picture.