Originally Posted by
Tandem46
It is clear to me that the date is correct.
“Going back on active duty could make pilots eligible for the Marine Corps Aviation Bonus Program for fiscal year 2021, which starts on Oct. 1.”
FY21 began Oct 1st 2020. Clearly the article was written prior to that date, ie, 01/01/2020, not 01/01/2021.
Yes, but this line adds to the confusion:
"...But the coronavirus pandemic has left some airlines struggling as travel declined, raising the possibility that military pilot retention will improve in coming years."
That's some clairvoyant stuff right there.