This is exactly correct, and that is why YOU ARE NEVER 100% GUARANTEED the class you think you're getting. If you think otherwise you're deluding yourself. We used to say "Needs of the Navy" - and it's no different here.

It may be that we now have a "kinder gentler" recruitment philosophy - Perhaps they are honestly trying to accommodate people. I hope so! Just don't be naive, at the end of the day you can be switched, don't be surprised if it happens.

Think of it this way... 20 people show up for an EMB class. Company suddenly realizes they're looking at staffing crisis on CRJ, and EMB is looking ok. Perhaps attrition spiked, or whatever. They will move those 20 guys to the classroom next door in a heart beat, and they won't think twice. Trust me - I've seen it more than once.

You'll go to the front office and explain to them how you're wife is a school teacher in Houston, and the only reason you took the job is because there was a base there, and on and on.

If the past is any indication of the future, their answer to you will be short and not so sweet... Take the CRJ class or hit the road.

Again though: I'm not saying this is LIKELY, it is unlikely, but it happens! 90% you'll get the class you expect. Hows that?