I'll speak first and then let my colleague Mr. Corbeil express his opinion.
With regard to impediments, pilot availability is obviously a factor, apart from infrastructure, that very often comes up in comments. Groups interested in regional air transportation discuss how the federal government could make regulations to reduce delays in obtaining pilot licences and permits. The authorized number of hours should also be increased, without compromising safety.
This is currently a significant limit on carriers' capacity to provide regular and frequent connections. The business community isn't always convinced that it's appropriate to limit the authorized number of flying hours to that degree. It's thinking is that there could be a little more flexibility. There should definitely be a limit to ensure safety, but it could be more consistent with the situation and supply of pilots.
We've also discussed the possibility of providing assistance in the form of educational funding. It's very expensive for apprentice pilots to acquire a licence.
We think the Quebec government should discuss the issue with its federal counterparts. At the very least, you should consider amending the regulations to address the present pilot shortage.
That's one of the problems.