CamelhAIR:
Yes, they need a mix, but I was under the impression that the TRSS is primarily aimed at potential FOs rather than potential captains. If that is the case then surely there is nothing "so out of touch" about keeping the scheme in place to minimise the company's training bill.
Believe me I'd love easy or FR to foot the cost of a TR but it hasn't happened yet and I'm not holding my breath
sr