Not to derail the thread but I wouldn't say that AWAC doesn't have a great future. It's just uncertain. The current regional pilot staffing situation makes any qualified 121 pilot a highly prized commodity. Air Wisconsin may get a new CBA tied with new aircraft order or transfer or they may be bought out and merged with another regional. I see both scenarios working out OK for the AWAC pilots. A new CBA with new aircraft would mean potential growth and will probably ( it would HAVE to ) include increased compensation. A buyout/merger won't be a staple job thanks to the Alleghany-Mohawk Labor Protection Law and which ever company they merge with will likely already have better pay in place.

There is going to be a lot of change in the regional industry in the coming years. But fortunately for pilots, those changes are being driven by the need for pilots and their lack of supply. That will mean that whatever chances take place, their pilot group will never have to fear losing their job.