Originally Posted by
Texasbound
Based on what? The 69 that are in service? Ryan air has 341 737-800s. I think SWA flies them as well. Pretty sure they made a profit every year or so. Sorry aircraft is still to new to make that statement.
Seriously? Are you familiar with the newer technology? The 800NG is a gas-guzzling dinosaur with a high CASM. If the 800 is so great, why are SWA and Ryanair trying to replace it with the MAX? Clearly because the MAX has a lower CASM, better range and some cabin enhancements. Have you read Neeleman’s rationale for ordering the A220-300? You should.
And AirBaltic (European low cost operator) and Swiss are both flying the A220-300 and using the airplane on flights up to 6 hours - it seems to be working great for them...