On the lighter side of the news, the America's finest news source, The Onion, reports on a new airline concept:
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New Co-Op Airline Offers Cheaper Fares If You Help Fly The Plane
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"Unlike pricey corporate airlines, GreenWay is run by and for the people," said Brad Olson, a member of the GreenWay elected board. "But, in order to keep our ticket prices low, everyone who wants to fly with us needs to pitch in and help us navigate and maintain the aircraft. All positions, from baggage handler to pilot, will be filled by volunteers who sign up for four-hour shifts."
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The whole story at:
http://www.theonion.com/ (Feb 11, 2004 issue, News in brief section)