Crewlounge aka: Albatosser/VVV:
I know I shouldn't but such unadulterated ignorance shouldn't go unanswered:
Pilots are leaving. Pilots aren't turning up for courses.
USD falling: 30% over 3 years, yes it is a major factor.
Ozzies/European bush pilots? Not many bush operators with 737/747/767/330s... (767/747 are widebodies by the way). Oh and the experienced Ozzies & Europeans make up the majority of the work force which also helps keep the insurance premiums down.
Skin colour/class....you have serious issues you sad person if you think this is a racist/status issue.
Take your own advice and don't waste your time reading these posts and we won't waste our time reading yours.