Originally Posted by
av8tordude
Now I know there will be some that will say the regionals will not exploit the H1B program, but it was also be said the majors would take back flying from the regional partners. Currently facts do not support this trend. In fact, its the opposite, Approx 50% of Delta domestic routes are flown by regional airlines compared to 30% in 2005 and United just announced increase regional flying.
Something to ponder...
No longer true. And the regional flying for Delta will continue to decrease as the B717s come online, & the 50 sweaters are further reduced.