<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">There is no way, and I mean no way, that anyone can convince me that the FFs on USAir are the cause of their economic problems. In fact we are the ONLY thing keeping a chapter 11 from becoming a chapter 7. Your telling me that a can of beer and some lousy snacks in wicker basket cost more than the $200 to $300 you get (time 20-30 per year)for a non-refundable fare FF. Are you absolutely crazy? Do you think that anyone is going to buy the first class seats and pony up the extra $500 for a ride on a regional jet and an old and crappy 737 for a budweiser and a miniature bag of pretzels?
To say this is the worst business decision that I have ever seen is an MASSIVE understatement. I just can't even come to believe that anyone would be this ignorant. There has to be something more sinister behind the scenes, like pushing it into Chapter 7 so they can sell it off in pieces. Or the much desired full merger with United.</font>
This the most clearly stated (if not pithy) summary of my thoughts on this matter. I had thought to submit the ridiculous reply that I received from US, however I see now that it is unnecessary.
Next, I will search for an alternative airline from my home base of RDU...anybody, Beuhler?
[This message has been edited by Shaunnc (edited 08-30-2002).]