Originally Posted by
i fly planes
Thank you for that! As interesting as AlaskaBound's rumor is, I cannot think of why Sun Country would be purchased by Alaska (or other 737 operator for that matter). Winter destinations? Eastern U.S. exposure and charter side? As the article states, Minneapolis is tough with Delta, Spirit, and Southwest.
The only reason why I could see is the points you make. A base in the midwest to expand East, Eastern exposure, Caribean, Mexico, and the charter revenue we get through the military and ad hoc. The Military charter revenue is A LOT! It would also get them 21 737NG's and pilots on property quickly.