Originally Posted by
slowplay
False statement.
The JCBA signficantly tightened scope compared to the 2 pre-merger airline standalone scope. The Atlantic JV significantly tightened scope.
Conventional wisdom isn't always...
Slowplay
Your facts will always prove that each contract is better than the last. So how is it that compared to 20 years ago flying that was once mainline is now outsourced? If every agreement is good for us, why is the trend towards DCI flying jets that directly compete with mainline increasing?
As the 19 seat turboprops didn't threaten mainline jobs, I don't think the 50 seat RJ will either. The 90 (76) seat RJ can do just about every mission that the 88 can.
I appreciate your input Slow, as you provide some great points. I want the TA scope section with the cap of 255 for the 70/76 seat RJ's. Anything other than that is a concession to me. If the next TA tries to get rid of all of the 50 seat RJ's in exchange for 450 70/76 seaters is that going to be a win as well? What if they tie that to a widebody aircraft order? Maybe one they needed anyway?