1)Drawing down Transpac (abysmal loads at fire sale prices coupled with a 40% weaker revenue premium with respect to HAL).
2)Increasing frequency inter island to Maui to improve reliability to have a higher ratio of aircraft just to support the operation.
3)Upset locals by being unreliable, arrogant, and responsible for bringing low yield tourists that contribute little to the economy (i.e. those who buy pb&j at big box stores, stay in b&bs, and trample on the free trails and beaches)

They are a remarkable competitor, but they are struggling more than anticipated. The Alaska rumor has been paired with the thought that HAL is more valuable than previously thought and would keep them help fortify HI flying as WN retreats, giving up market share, or continue to shed dollars.

You heard different with respect to WN?