Will be a 20 year and perhaps longer wait for many FOs. I was speaking to one recently who is nervous they will actually face retirement without even getting the upgrade opportunity, or for a few years at best. The Golden seat is funding my approaching retirement at the moment and I’m not the only one that needs that to fall into place also try and live somewhat comfortable in our remaining years.
The Virgin MAX looks like it will be used for growth so more people will return, then the widebody at some point mid this decade.
The fun starts for the next generation in 10-15 years when everyone in many operators face retirement. Jobs galore for millennials.