IMHO I think the training organisations are using the so called pilot shortage as a very strong marketing tool. Are there too many new pilots on the market......who can tell, if whats been said on this thread is true than most of the newbies are getting jobs, but I know at least 4 really good guys who have been out of training a year or so and still can't get a look in. I have tried to get them in with my company but there is an 1000h min to join as an F/O on a citation and we have hundreds of CV's on file.
There
IS a shortage of experienced type rated guys and I think that is where the whole pilot shortage thing started. No doubt it has started to filter down but the UK market is by no means screaming for low hours guys and sadly most that do get lucky enough to get offered a job have to pay huge amounts of money for a type rating and then start off at a relatively low salary.
I know this is a bit negative for those who are just qualified or just starting out, but we all have to be a bit realistic and realise that Aviation is one of the most volitile industries there is. the highs are very high and the lows.......... well enough said.
In saying that, never lose sight of the dream and if its truly your ambition to fly then don't let anything stop you, but go into this with your eyes open and listen to the bad news as well as the good.
Good Luck to all
