Originally Posted by
ShyGuy
There was no organized movement for new pilots in terms of not taking jobs. The main driving force has been the 1500 hr ATP rule. Rescind that and watch what happens. The bonuses will disappear and pay would come down as airlines go for 250-500 hr pilots again.
Maybe in the extreme short term, but not over the long term. There is a global shortage. Eliminating the 1500 hour rule (which should be done) will only empty the buffer once but it won't take too long for it to slow back to a trickle again.