There will be a shortage of qualified pilots at the regional level for a few reasons. There are fewer kids coming out of flight schools because the return on the educational investment is absolutely laughable. Most smart parents and almost all banks have realized this already.

Again, there will never exist a shortage of qualifed applicants for well paying jobs. I have yet to hear how this aging population will result in a lawyer shortage. Only aviation and her low wages keeps the dreams alive by the promise of something better for your many many sacrafices.