The reality is that cadets can be safe. All that is needed is an airline that understands the requirements for high quality training systems to be in place.
Will Jetstar provide the extensive training required to make these cadets safe?
To answer this question we need to ask why is Jetstar introducing a cadet scheme in Australia when there is a ready supply of pilots with experience, who also will need varying amounts of high quality training?
The answer is that Jetstar is introducing a cadet scheme so as these new pilots can reduce the airlines operating costs. Does this cost focused philosophy fit together with expensive high quality training that is required for a safe outcome?