trying to chase upgrade time is like like chasing the vsi
(that was the stupidest cliche ever but had to use it)
just cause something has a 2 year upgrade time now, probably means there expanding so as soon as all the pilot seats are filled ,which usually takes less than 2 years, theyll stop growing

just go to a "good" regional. If people stop going to these really ****ty quick upgrade time regionals, theyll be forced to increase wages and make better work rules in order to attract pilots, and that makes it better for us all!