Yes. They are required to designate 3.2 percent of FOs, but don't have to designate them past the first 10 percent in each domicile (no less than 50 for smaller domiciles).

They are way under 3.2 percent right now. I know there is a training backlog, but next month would be a good month to un-jam it and shoot some lances through training since there aren't that many regular upgrades. I would just say beware to anyone in the top 10 percent (or top 50) of FOs in any base. There are probably plenty of senior FOs with the Lance box unchecked that either don't want it or are biding their time. Somebody will get surprised, I guarantee it.