Originally Posted by
Mesabah
I could see 9E operating 900's for NW, but it will come at the price of many of the 200s. I think you will see 9E's number of 200s be cut in half. 18 900s are still up for grabs which would allow NWA to significantly cut the 200s and still meet the min number of aircraft in the IPO.
I agree...but i think your going to see all the 900's go to Mesaba and the additional orders if they do decide to do those...which I believe they will...will probably go to Pinnacle if this issue is resolved by then. But I think since NW sees Pinnacle trying to distance themselves...i.e. buying Colgan and flying for Delta...your going to see NW pulling planes from 9E and giving them to there two whole owned regionals.
If you check the FAA website on N number registration Mesaba has paid the registration fees for all 36 of the 900's...