I've been saying for at least a year that a tsunami was approaching the regionals beach and they've been in denial. Now, it seems they are finally spotting the approaching wave, but are STILL in denial about its true cause. The 1500 hour rule and age 65 are NOT the true cause, they are contributing factors. The TRUE cause is the unwillingness for regional (and mainline) carriers to provide attractive compensation, schedules and treatment to aspiring pilots. Too many have correctly determined that this profession isn't worth the investment considering the meager returns. Until they face the crisis their greed has created, it will only get worse.

They underestimate the size and power of the approaching wave and I fear they will not understand that until ATTER it slams into their beach and they're screaming in terror. They've got 12-18 months before true impact.