Here is an interesting one, I applied as well for the Rex cadetship they rejected my application and just last week I received an email saying they would like to give me another opportunity to be considered, providing I submit documents supporting that I'm an Australian resident and my High school marks. Has anyone experienced this before?
Yes: You are the beneficiary of a demographic shortage of trained and qualified pilots.
Air Force pilot shortage: Crisis deepens are airlines boost hiring
The U.S. will face a staggering shortage of pilots - Jul. 27, 2017
America Pilot Shortage Effect on Regional Flights, Ticket Prices | Fortune
As is the case in Europe, US and now increasingly Australia, a structural shortage is evident.
Mr Neville Howell knows very well that GA is short and regional aviation is next...