Originally Posted by
forgot to bid
This is what irritates me, we don't invest in new technology. We do old technology and keep costs down.
Then since like 2011 we watch as the Neos rack up 6500 orders and the max 5000 orders for a combined 11500 orders.
11,500 orders. And we secured 100 with options for 100.
Used prices went way up, and the tax implications on new equipment became much more favorable. The used equipment allowed debt to be paid down to get better financing rates, now new is the better buy.
Delta needs
50 - 100 A220-500s
20 - 40 A321XLRs
30ish A350neos which are due out in 2025 as the current option is underperforming