Originally Posted by
eponymous_coward
you have probably configured your airplanes and routes incorrectly, in such a way that you are not maximizing the profit that plane could produce for you.
If the reimbursement rate isn't profitable compared to the services rendered, it most certainly CAN be unprofitable. F occupies a lot of space that could be used for J, Y+ and Y pax. It generates services that have to be put out: Dom Perignon, swank lounges, and so on.
I should've added the word "total" ---> not a total loss for the airline.
But you are absolutely right and I agree with everything you said, especially where TG's aircraft configurations is concerned. Too many aircraft types, too many seat variations (in Biz).
One thing I hope TG will never do is go 3-4-3 on their 777s - to differentiate themselves and be a good selling point (not that it matters to me personally because I don't do Y, but I do care about the airline in general)