Just look at the retirements for the various legacy airlines. United for instance really hits it’s big retirement wave around 2030. Considering forecast increases in demand, airport congestion, passenger comfort demands, environmental factors, and fuel cost, the legacies will be meeting those demands by flying more flights with larger aircraft. The 50 seat aircraft will age out in the next 10 years (unless a cost effective replacement that meets scope requirements is produced), the 70/76 seat aircraft will remain with the regionals, and increased employment opportunities will be at companies providing better pay. I also think that pay will have to increase at the entry level positions to attract new pilots to this industry. The freight world is also facing the same demands and will be competing for pilots. This industry has always been very volatile with no guarantees, but for those willing to do the work, there should continue to be jobs out there. It might not be the fast track to easy money that some people luck into, but if you can check the boxes that top paying employers want and you learn to interview well, there should be light at the end of the tunnel. Just keep in mind that the roller coaster doesn’t end until you retire.