I was getting at a solution over the last couple pages. That the regionals need to abandon the principle of a strict seniority system in order to survive and in order to provide a suitable and viable place for the newest pilots among us to enter the career and gain quality experience.

Hiring higher qualified pilots into higher positions including direct entry captains and limiting the number of low time entry level pilots (which would happen anyway as there simply aren't enough to fill all the slots). Making the job more respectable and desirable for those who end up staying while still allowing those who wish to move on the platform to gain experience.

It has been said before that the majors will and do hire first officers directly out of the regionals. There should be no need to have fast upgrades at a regional by low time pilots if there's no intention to make a long term career there.

The increase in pay for the higher experience will be covered by saving on training by not allowing as much transition and upgrade training for those who plan to move on. Savings will also be realized by reducing turnover.