I'll play...nothing real drastic or creative in my crystal ball.
70-80% of the current regional names still in business and pilot wages maybe 10-15% higher.
1 to 4 big regionals get some new benefits that encourages regional pilot loyalty...pay/seniority number, etc.
FAA age 67ish approved or in the works
More levers that allow sub-1000 hour pilots a right seat position but sold as more stringent and safer training to the general public/Colgan families.
1 or 2 more regional bankruptcies
Average pay at the majors/legacies 20% higher
Just 20% of the 50 seat regional fleet left.
Fewer benefits/conveniences for the flying public
Losts of technology in check-in/screening/boarding
Fewer freedoms around airport properties. More security.
United still beating the **** out of their passengers! Lol....kidding