Originally Posted by
amberdash
The kid asked a question. You don't have to make him feel worse about it.
And his question was answered.... its the harsh reality of the airline industry. Bases open and close especially at regionals. That is a reason why you should never move in base or pick a regional solely on basing. What are people supposed to do? Lie to him and make him think everything is grand in the aviation industry right now? Lie that there aren't already thousands of type rated atps on the streets and more coming October 1? Answering his question with the reality of whats happening isn't making him feel worse about it and if his feelings are hurt by reality this is the wrong industry for them.
No participation trophies in real life. Thats a fact.