<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by AC*SE:
I don't see the case for the 318, at this stage. Unless Airbus really gives the store away, I don't think that the unit operating costs for the 318 will be able to match the RJ variant.
However, that is a combination of issues of power plant (that will still have to be examined) and crew compensation (that may be forced onto ACPA).</font>
Very valid point.. Considering that the A318 is a heavier aircraft than the RJ varient... Going back to New aircraft... New contract...
Better for the airline when it comes to negotiations as the A318 wages will likely be derived from A319s and the A320s...