Or are the apps actually decreasing because everyone is hiring and the top of the class is decreasing maybe the middle of the class is getting some chances now? There was a time when Atlas was the best game in town, but now that everyone is going gang busters the Atlas life isn't for everyone. I think you have those of us that see Atlas as the best game in town still and those that don't like the idea of being away for 2-3 wks at a time. I'm still awaiting my chance. The idea of essentially flying C-17 missions without dealing with TACC plus slightly better accommodations, duty days, and crew rest puts a smile on my face.