Wow, this is great news. Mr. Durfy was thinking too "small-potatoes". Hopefully, Mr. Saretsky has a more strategic vision.
Originally Posted by TheGreatestX
Please join oneworld, purchase some widebodies and dump the Southwest codeshare.
It would be absolutely wonderful it those two happened. While I can't see any widebodies in WS' immediate future, they better be nothing less than 787's when the time comes.
I wonder if it will lead to a frequent flier programme as well.
I'm wondering the same thing. Their current program is pathetic and fails to appeal to any business pax. I would even say it drives revenue away.
Originally Posted by
OnMedic
Why OneWorld. It appears SkyTeam would be a better fit.
By which measurement do you come to that conclusion?
Originally Posted by calgary_jay
I think the Alaska model would be best, which multiple partners with increased flexibility.
AS has a niche market(pacific-northwest) that gives their network value to other airlines. I see very little in the WS network that AC fails to cover as well.