Boogey-nicey
You sound pretty one sided against the FTO's to me.
Being pessimistic can demotivate all those that are spending their cash at the FTO's or those that are considering using a FTO.
It's simple. If someone wants to be a pilot, check out the various options on offer and make your choice. Everyone appreciates that there is a lot of cash involved, but as the airlines are not sponsoring, a wannabie has to do it himself one way or another. It can be done either fast and expensive, or slower and cheaper.
Shout at the ailines for not sponsoring, not the FTO's who just want to train pilots and fill demand.
Skintman+