I hear that we are not getting any more -800.. Converted all remaining delivery of those to 900er ... There is your growth!!
I saw that one coming! And, as they start drawing down those -400 and -700's, they will magically have to farm out the rest of our So Cal and Bay Area flying to a regional carrier (Skywest) or whom ever else will cut a deal with them!
Maybe that's why they don't see the need to hire as many pilots or upgrades!