Originally Posted by
BlueHorseShoe2000
Indeed, although it's probably worth mentioning that the head of American Eagle has been quoted in several news articles as saying part of the reason for the increase had to do with increasing passenger volumes as MKE, especially from American customers in Northern Illinois.
That’s right, I do remember hearing those comments too. Anecdotally I’ve heard two different reports on the web of people from Northern Illinois who spoke positively of MKE…fares, navigation, distance, etc…who it (as it turned out) flew AA. I think it speaks to the credibility MKE is gaining as a good alternative for northern CHI suburbs. Buzz like this is invaluable, because perception guides a lot of individual behavior.