Originally Posted by
20sx
There is going to be a shortage, just like in 2007. It'll mostly be at the regionals, take it for what it is. Starting around 2013 or 2014, if you're willing to stay at a regional for 5 or more years, you would probably be "senior", making 60-70k/yr, and have a decent schedule. Not exacly as good as being a senior FO at Delta, but still not bad compared to a lot of other professions.
I agree with that statement. Is there going to be a full-out "shortage" of pilot...probably not; but how do you define a shortage? I think you will see steady hiring for at least a couple of years to qualified individuals. Plus, don't forget that when airlines begin hiring, corporate/135 and other misc. flying jobs tend to open up faster.