I just saw the email, and I'd be curious to hear what those in the know have to say, but to me, a know nothing, the first thing that comes to mind is how many years did he spend in training?!?

Over his 28 year career, he flew as First Officer on the 727, 757, DC10, and 747-200. In 1987, [he] checked out as Captain on the 727 and later upgraded to Captain on the 757, A320, DC10, 747-200, 747-400, and A330. He also served as a Flight Instructor and Line Check Airman on the 727, 757 and DC10 (Senior Line Check Airman) before assuming the role of Chief Pilot -Honolulu in 1999.