Originally Posted by
ScaryKite
it was kind of a joke. but I wouldnt doubt to see them go somewhere. Dont get me wrong I have heard nothing but good things about XJET airlines, but its very hard to make money on 50 seaters. I know they were planning on a loss for the next few years but they need their contracts with Continental to keep the cash coming in to fund their side business project. But really I wish XJET the best of luck but I dont see branded flying on 50 seaters as a very good investment.
I know it was a joke. Flying the 50 seaters may not seem like the best business decision. But an even worse business decision is letting 25% of your fleet go to your competition. Thats why I can't believe Larry and CHQ CEO Whatshisname were so surprised that XJT kept the airplanes. The decision by CAL to drop XJT was not a cost-based decision. CHQ is more expensive (not including the operational...shortfalls) and DAL is more than happy to pay the same rates CAL was. Bottom line, I wouldn't start day dreaming about those XRs just yet. My money is betting they aren't going anywhere.