Originally Posted by
Fly4hire
Rumor to confirm or deny: SWA delaying 717 deliveries because they need the lift, paying DAL penalty payments, (DC9 to hang on a while longer?). Heard from a JS'er riding with SWA crew.
Funny I just heard same thing from SW management type last night. So this is second hand at best. I did not believe him at the time.
If true, Delta has known for quite some time according to this person. Explains delays, no hiring, not filling positions on 717. I have to give the company credit. They did a great job making us believe the 717 were going to come here on time. Hopefully, none of it is true.