Originally Posted by
afterburn81
I might be mistaken but I don’t think B6 management cares one bit about merging 2 airlines. Stopping a super ULCC from forming is their only goal here. They’ve said it themselves, they would dissolve the brand.
What would motivate them to move efficiently once their goal is achieved?
I disagree here. They're looking to expand quickly and this gets that accomplished. RH basically said the acquisition of Spirit expedites their plans by over 8 years. Dissolving a ULCC in the process is just an added benefit.