Originally Posted by
JTwift
Alaska just announced they're ditching the Bus for an all-737 fleet. I guess that says something about the capabilities of the 73.
All it says is the cost to switch their parts inventory, tech training, pilot training, etc far exceeded the benefit of a better aircraft. It was predominately the same decision process for United. If you’re just looking at straight capability then the Airbus 320 series is a clear winner, but the costs associated with refleeting types can be prohibitive without some major incentives from the manufacturer or other accounting wizardry.