Originally Posted by
SpecialTracking
Still want to see 90-100 seat jets on the property. Need to put an end to this rj creep.
This article suggests that United buy the 2- Air Canada E170s that they're trading to Boeing. I'd love to see that, as it would definitely help stop scope creep.
What used aircraft could United buy? - Airline Business
Originally Posted by
oldmako
Add another 50 frames and that would be just about the right amount considering the loads and plague around here.
Amen. The loads are too high. United could maximize profitability and increase customer satisfaction numbers by increasing ASMs to help lower the loads. And going with used aircraft lowers the cost of adding capacity.
Originally Posted by
cadetdrivr
Bonus additional rumor: the UCH BOD has approved the not-so-secret 777-300ER order.
That's a conversion of 787 orders to 777-300 orders, correct?
Even if it's a new order, the planes are likely steeply discounted in order to keep the production lines full until the 777X starts production. Article:
Analyst argues Boeing will be forced to slow 777 line starting in 2018 - Puget Sound Business Journal
All of these rumors are great to hear and hopefully will put a temporary end to furlough concerns.
