Originally Posted by
Lima Juliet
I’ll say it again, the reason why we have an aircrew shortage is because we are not set up to train enough.
Nearly spot on - the only word missing is 'currently' which should be between 'not' and 'set up'. While there are many factors in play, the ability of the training system to cope with current demand is the main one - the frequent talk of mass PVRs is always overstated. While of course many people find civil flying (or non-flying) jobs appealing, and some of them will end up very well paid, there are others who are content with the military wage and pension, especially when added to the potential variety and excitement of military flying.
And before everyone gives Ascent both barrels, please bear in mind that they have no control over (a) changing Brit Mil student throughput (b) IDT students taking slots at relatively short notice and (c) the ability of OCUs/OCFs to train those who have made it to that stage. There are other criticisms of Ascent which may prove to be entirely valid...
Any room under your stone JAJ?