Looks like its time to do some more 'factual' P.R. again... Here is the latest from the inside:

Lynx is in phase 2 of 3 in the certification process. Manual review takes the longest to go through. The Lynx team has met all deadlines and we are currently awaiting the FAA's response and comments before we are able to move on to the next step. There is no "shooting" down concept! The final phase is proving runs which typically takes 2 weeks or so.

There have been delays along the way- Bombardier's late deliveries & FAA timeline for processing are the major ones. To start up a new airline from scratch takes a little time. There is a new standard the FAA uses to certify new airlines and it is my observation that it seems both sides of the table are learning these new ropes. (check out how long Virgin took!)

As a backup plan, Frontier Jet Express (Republic or Horizon) will fill in for Lynx just incase the certification process extends the October 1st planned launch date.

The pilot classes have been full and the 8th class just arrived in Toronto to begin systems/sim training. Right at 60 pilots thus far have been hired with a goal of 100 by the end of the year. The annoucement of the optional aircraft will be determined in the next week or so. We have two new Q400s at Jeffco Airport (close to the Lynx office... ) and most of the inital cadre pilots have been keeping current in the aircraft.

So to summarize, the company's focus is to obtain the certification and start operations. Pilots and other important crews are training and will be ready when given the final green light. 5 crews/plane is the staffing plan and should the options be taken... that means 100 more pilots!

If you are interested in applying... email your attached coverletter/resume to [email protected]

-M.P.