Originally Posted by
cws1028
Sorry if I'm a bit behind, but just trying to make sense of all this. From what I was reading in this thread and other sources is that barring some major change, May 17th, the new ATP requirements will go into effect? is this correct? Also, if so, any word from the airlines on if they will be adjusting to make up for this and if so, when they will?
May 17th 2013 is the proposed date of the new ruling for ATP requirements. It is highly unlikely, but it could even go up in hours. More than likely they will reduce the total time requirement though.
Airlines will hire and will continue to hire with an assumption that candidates will reach ATP minimums by August. This will not change until the new ruling is in effect.
Remember, this is a proposed date. It is a possibility that it will never go in effect or won't be approved till after August 2013. Until then, keep flying!