Originally Posted by BoilerUP

The key word there is “today”.

“Today” stops for a massive number of regional, military and bizav pilots if people stop leaving off the top of the list, even if for “only” 2-3 years. And for those junior pilots who squeak onto the list, 2-3 years of relative stagnation.

Mandatory airline retirements are THE singular reason for the industry’s dynamic movement and career progression. They are the rising tide that are lifting all ships across all segments of industry.