You'd have to know what the details are in the deal with Bombardier. I imagine that the fact the Bombardier had almost ZERO leverage at the time since NO ONE seemed interested in the C-Series, combined with Republic's premeditated "devious" plan to play them against Airbus, would ensure that BB didn't sign up for anything too painful. Do you think he was that dumb? It is probably a minor issue in his world and a cost of doing business. Wouldn't be the first time something like this has happened in the industry.

BTW...already seems to have ruffled a feather or 2 with Bombardier and their shareholders.

Bombardier stock off as customer turns to Airbus | Reuters

And they obviously were a bit concerned a few months ago:

http://www.flightglobal.com/articles...h-cseries.html

Since 40 of the NEO's are of the A319 variety, that blows a big hole is Mr. Scott's argument.

C-Series at Republic is DONE!