Guys, arguing over regionals is like monkeys fighting over a banana. Doesn't matter at all. No one knows the future, though we all want to know whats gonna happen. Having been a furloughee from TSA it was quite surprising to us how fast things changed, but at XJT, the management has time and time again specifically said that they do not hire with any intention to furlough, it doesnt make good business sense.
I interviewed at both XJT and AWAC. Both are quality companies with good contracts and pilot groups but are in very different positions in terms of size and future. Ride the wave, watch and see. No one knows what will happen.