it's not a problem to be in a hurry. the "huge demand for pilots" i've heard about since before i even started flying has never materialized. back in the ancient days (early to mid '80's), guys actually had to have time and experience to be hired and that system actually worked well. where the problem lies is guys that get hired through some PFT scheme and think they "know something" at 500 hours. they don't. plus the emphasis today is on the "box" and not on basic airmanship and that part frightens me.

how much time did those pinnacle guys have between them and what were their ages? they were just out for a goof with an empty airplane and ended up killing themselves. with age and more experience i doubt they would have been screwing around.

so PFT if you want--just don't tell me how much you know about it all when you're done paying your 500-hour dues.