Originally Posted by
cesnacaptn
Another perspective is any pilot who takes extended leave for any reason whether (s)he is junior or senior is just creating another open slot that you are able to compete for. The ability to immediately go back on MIL leave after being hired at a major is just a privilege one earns from being in the service.
Bingo. So junior X number of guys should thank their lucky stars the airline hired guys who are out on mil leave.