1980AZ

I would say yes and no. First, they have to be somehow overstaff to be able to guarantee the operation of extra planes which are coming. Second, I say yes to your question because mathematically based on pilot vs the planes on property, the ration is is high. I also say no because you need to account for those pilots not available yet to start .For instance, I know someone that is waiting for IOE since the first class in DEC, add all those new hires after that and management pilot, will significantly reduce the ration. Also, as the company continues to grow, the amount of management pilot will increase, therefore, opening spaces for line pilots.