This is purely subjective, but I seem to be noticing less usage of the TA by new and fairly new players to learn ACM at certain times of the day. Mid to late mornings and even early afternoon, where I used to find 8 or 12 people flying around A1, I see maybe 4 or 5 people on, and half of them are fooling around somewhere else as Knits or Rooks, and A1 is completely deserted.
Even at busier times, it seems the greater majority of pilots flying around A1 are fairly accomplished veterans as opposed to those brand new or in real need of instruction. Heck, I haven't seen all that many Trainers around either (not meant as a dig at Trainers).
I'm online everyday and usually make a point to check the TA first every morning, and then later in the afternoon as I like to assist the serious new pilot in getting started in the game. I find it's also a great way to meet new pilots and to do a little squad recruiting of the ones with good attitudes, but lately, the pickings seem awful slim.
Has anyone noticed the same thing, or have a reason for it, if I'm correct?