Originally Posted by SuperConductor

Profits, sir, are a direct reflection of the ability to generate excess revenue. How does an airline generate revenue? Ticket price. The only reason labor costs are at a "record low" is because companies can't create profit. Loss Leader mania has gripped the industry.

The way you come on so strong is cliche to internet forums. I suggest you turn the nob counter-clock-wise a few notches and back off from "11".