Does anyone forsee that in the future the legacy airlines will turn to their regional partners to fill pilot slots i.e., Capt & FO on their larger a/c? Giving those who have come up through the ranks of "the company" so to speak, the right of first refusal on upgrade openings? Do you think that it is possible?

Also, does anyone see that there may come a time when going from a regional partner to a "parent" legacy will be seamless?

Most industries seem to follow the practice of promoting from within. In the case of the airline industry, would this be those who are on reserve?