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Old 08-25-2011 | 06:30 PM
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From: Boeing Hearing and Ergonomics Lab Rat, Night Shift
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Originally Posted by boog123
Really that many?
yes, that many.
the press release says:
"The order will enable Delta to add 100 fuel-efficient, state-of-the-art 180-seat aircraft to its fleet, replacing on a capacity-neutral basis older technology aircraft that will be retired from the fleet."
or said another way:
This order is not designed to grow the fleet or increase Delta’s network capacity.
I like new jets as much as the next guy, there's something special about that "new jet smell"
But for us pilots the deal leaves us with fewer, bigger, better-paying jets.


Cheers
George