Originally Posted by
JohnnyDingus
We have qualified FO's that are bypassing. Once people start getting their 1000 hours from the hiring boom that started late 2013 they may not need DEC in my perspective. It all depends, im sure a lot will bypass until they can hold a line because they know itll come quick.
They are currently interviewing and hiring DECs. It has been rumored for a while but ALPA confirmed it yesterday. I would guess they'll hire somewhere in the neighborhood of a 100-150 DECs to "get over the hump" while they are waiting for the previously mentioned FOs waiting for the 1000 hours.
I would imagine that they might fill these upcoming upgrade classes. Just barely.