Gearup There are still a lot of low-time guys just waiting in the wings (pardon the pun
) for a chance to fly. There are jobs for pilots with jet experience. But a shortage would be a long way off. We have a decent network of feeder tier 2 & 3 carriers that the major airlines can choose from. The tier 2's & 3's get their pilots from charter, instructors, float/bush operations, even right out of flight school (some tier 3's).
Canada is also lagging behind other countries in rates of pay. It all boils down to supply and demand here. There is a large supply of pilots, with a lower demand for them. The job market is incredibly competitive over here, but it is a great country to fly in. If Europe has a shortage, maybe they'll open their borders and allow some of our excess to migrate over there and then help both countries.
A guy can dream can't he ??
Cheers
Randy_G
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