Originally Posted by BrokesiliaFlyer
I have personally turned a CRJ-200 in 17 minutes with a full boat going off and a full boat going on. It *is* possible to do with minimal staffing (3 for the CRJ).
I never said it was impossible. With adequate staffing, it sure is possible. However, it was jaw-dropping to see two people (Dash 8 equipment) shuffle with everything, just seeing them running from terminal to aircraft and back.
Originally Posted by BrokesiliaFlyer
The only time I've seen only 2 people ground handle an aircraft was a Dash 8 (largest of size)... and I've personally turned a Beech 1900D solo a few times (ontime arrival to my city and EARLY departure!)
^ for a 19 pax a/c.
Originally Posted by BrokesiliaFlyer
In regards to ZV/YV entering the Hawaii market - have any of you actually PRICED out a ticket between some of the markets they're looking at?!?! Do you realize that AQ/HA's loads are well above 75%... and they still claim they're breaking even. Anyone care to notice that inter-island traffic is down over 33% over the past few years?!?!
I find buying a next-day ticket for $80-$85ow is pretty good. Load factor does not equal profit. Sell your tickets at a low enough price and 75% still yields a loss. Also those jets are gas guzzlers, and fuel ain't cheap in Hawaii.
Originally Posted by BrokesiliaFlyer
Mesa is only following the WN trend of supply and demand. I say more power to Johnny O and his airline.
I'm not a big fan of Mesa or Johnny O, and the history of newcomers to the market are well against them. We'll see how they do.