Originally Posted by
rockelino
So, quick question - the last page (long-range forecast) shows the total number of FOs and CAs they expect to have on property (by Dec 2025). Is that number lower than the number of active pilots we have now? Yes, I know, 3XP - but that shows the most junior pilot around 16,0XX seniory number (as of July 2024 if I'm not mistaken). That doesn't account for long term leave, mil leaves, etc., so wonder if the "long-range forecast" number accounts for that or not. In other words, retirements will cause the number of pilots to drop well below the "long-range forecast" in my opinion, but what do y'all think?
That far out means nothing. They really haven't a clue what we need. XLR comes in November. 3 this year 16 next year. I don't see a bump in numbers in PHL, LGA, or LAX to support that many planes. I hear the seats are going to slow down the actual first flight date. Production back up. They cost $70,000 each. Ouch.
It appears DFW has hit max usage. Very few vacancies.