Originally Posted by
Squallrider
I heard projections for hiring is 750 a year indefinitively from a chief who went to the meeting
All the stars would have to align for this to happen. If we take all our airplanes on order, and have very few aircraft retirements, the need for that many pilots will be there.
Big question will be what will happen in the next downturn. I believe if Southwest's competitors give them an opportunity to expand in airports like DCA, BOS, LGA they will take it regardless of the current economic situation. This company always takes the long-term view of things.
Retirements pick up starting 2025 which will drive the need for hiring in the future.