Originally Posted by Sunvox

The term "New Small Narrowbody Aircraft" is carefully defined. I do not believe 737s or Airbuses qualify.

From a pilot standpoint there are two issues. First, IF and that's a big if, but IF the company is desperate for more 76 seaters then this is the perfect chance to push for a "We Buy 'em and We Fly 'em". Obviously the company would have to outsource training and maintenance initially, but if the regionals can get it done then so can United. It's a question of money of which they have plenty at the moment.

Secondly, IF this rumor is true and the company is genuinely worried about not having enough regional 76 seat feed then that means Scope Choke is actually working, but if we turn around and negotiate that away then we have lost the battle and maybe even the war.