Originally Posted by Trip7

You're absolutely right about the 255 number. But we can agree that there is an RFP out for a very large amount of AMR large RJ flying that will probably be divided up between a couple regionals.

Low employee costs is a good advantage, but not everything. Economy of scale is also a significant advantage. Companies like Skywest Inc(especially with their credit rating) can get superior deals on aircraft financing better than mainline carriers themselves, let alone TS Holdings. They can get better deals with vendors for parts, office supplies etc. All together it can easily close the gap on a small carrier having low employee costs. I can start a discont store in ATL with all new employees at minimum wage but am I going to topple Wal-mart?