Originally Posted by
Moose
I wouldn't worry too much right now about the 175s. I've heard they are being used to provide feed for Virgin aircraft and to get Alaska into markets they don't yet have the metal for. Mainline flying is increasing so all is not dire yet. Alaska pilots better pray the arbitration panel agrees with them on scope and holds the line at 76 seats.
I thought Alaska bought Virgin? Wouldn't an increase of of 175's to Virgin be an increase to Alaska? I have a lot to learn. I've been worrying about nothing!