Err Eddy... It's not a case of being positive or negative or whether you are a airline pilot or not.... CB asked what his prospects are in becoming an ATP. Anyone whos spent time investigating the route to being a ATP or is actually there already can comment with some degree of accuracy. Sorry if the truth sounds negative.
I don't think any of the responses are incorrect.
You don't work for a training organisation do you...??
Best regards,
UKPPL