Originally Posted by
trustbutverify
If Delta wanted more 50's in service, they could have them and be within the PWA ratios - they aren't even close to the PWA limit. Heck, if Delta wanted to have more than the PWA allowable 50's, they could and would do that as well if it made sense for the company's business plan.
TBV, this is totally and completely wrong. You need to go back and read the contract. I'll quote here for your education:
"Note one: Upon the delivery of a 223rd 76-seat aircraft, the number of permitted 50-seat aircraft will be 125 regardless of the number otherwise provided in Section 1 b. 46. f. Exception one."