Originally Posted by
1201alarm
It is obvious, at one point the pool of guys who have 1500 hours will be dry. And at that point there are only three options for the US:
1. change the law, although this will be difficult since in the public perception this law has made aviation safer
This is currently being batted around in one form or another:
"Specifically, Republic is asking that pilots who graduate from the rigorous closed-loop training program outlined are granted the
ability to also apply for the R-ATP […] The exemption would allow a safe and more diverse group of aviators to enter the industry by providing an additional opportunity for underserved communities and demographics,” writes the letter from Republic."
https://airlinegeeks.com/2022/05/10/...lots-shortage/