Master Caution, BB said a cadet may earn $200K in six years because his misguided belief and supportive spin is that these cadets may have commands in six years - such is the woeful level of understanding these people have of real operational safety matters. They have never experienced the smoking hole - they rely on their spreadsheets, risk laden advice from bonus-seeking staff, and a lot of hope. Disgraceful.
Artificial Horizon's rant is spot on - Fatigue will be the killer as they stretch our duty times, increase crew pressure to extend beyond roster times, and require us to operate back home fatigued (then drive home) to save them money and allow intermediate base closures. CASA exemptions are a sham. The relationships between the regulator and airline management need a rocket.