As I watch with disgust
at the waste of young talent being forced out of HM Forces at the moment, I can't help but feel that this could prove a golden opportunity for some quick thinking airlines. Over the next 18 months there will be a lot of young, very high calibre and well motivated individuals looking for a cockpit.
Many will already have their 'Wings' awarded. They would represent an extremely good investment, having already been selected as aircew and proven themselves in one of the most demanding training systems in the world. As far as investment and training risks go, I don't think you could get better odds!
Perhaps a few forward thinking airlines may choose to swiftly introduce a cadet scheme or similar, targeted at these young men and women?
Just a thought...........