Pardon my ignorance, but what exactly is the problem?
Is it because she's female? Young? Or was it because she hasn't "done her time in eighty-nine"?
For *****'s sake lads, wake up to yourselves. It's bloody brilliant to see some fresh blood coming into the airlines without prior prejudice or opinion.
EP I wish your two friends all the best, and I am sure they have a most enjoyable career ahead of them.
SG