Well, at least there is SOME good news on the horizon. Whenever the economy turns around (my guess 2nd quarter '09), the demand for seats will surely return. Whenever the US and European economies turn around, Asia will resume its sickening expansion and will need more pilots. Things are still going pretty strong in the Emirates too. Why do I bring these things up? I think things will be better for all of us when the mainlines are healthy and there is a renewed worldwide demand for pilots.