Hi Feenix - would love this to be a short lived problem - but to date it isn't. Just talk to the guys and gals in the RAMSI civilian logistics support roles and they will tell you it causes them constant heartache and has done for several years. Often we are waitlisted on these flights, and even when a "confirmed" seat is available there is a risk that you will be bumped.
Not sure when you have been on these flights, but as you may be aware the RAMSI civilian contingent is somewhat "seasonal" with the peak time for movement being between Feb and Nov. Of course normal peak times such as Easter, Christmas and School Holidays add extra loading, with lower loadings in the school holiday weeks etc however outside of these times we have this issue with a lack of seats available at the times requried.
I look forward to the changes you mention and anything else that may alleviate the issues.