So there is a pilot shortage? Most regionals have even postponed interviews right now. And I am truly not trying to peck a fight here, but why are you still flying a turboprop if the airlines are having such a rough time finding people to fly their jets? I and plenty others worked the personal contacts and job fairs for YEARS before getting the opportunity of being hired at what we hope is our last job (barring catastrophe or furlough.) I don't think you will ever see United hiring off the street like they did for a short period in the 60's. When the job market looks like a great career can be had, people will train themselves for the job.
Cheers!