Originally Posted by
MATEN308
I don’t think they care about the 9%. It’s the removal of the largest ulcc maybe 60% ish of ultra discount fares to the consumer that might raise some hackles. Especially in this awesome economy. The first shot was fired across the bow with Biffle whining about the merger after the Frontier rejection. I’m sure there will be a lot of that to come. JetBlue should spin it to the doj that we’re gonna inject some yellow into this mofo and compete top to bottom not just the big 4 spin that they’ve been preaching. Then do whatever after the approval.
As been stated ULCC isn’t sustainable long term for a company as costs go up. Honestly unless you show up to an NK/F9 plane with one carry on item it’s not any cheaper than the 4. Experienced travelers know this and can work the system for cheap flights. Average Joe that travels once every 3 years is simply deferring up front legacy costs of a ticket to day of travel when they show up to airport with a checked bag and a carry on and personal item then get the sticker shock of the actual cost to travel.
Sure you’re removing a low cost from the market but unless you really know the game you’ll end up paying just as much if not more than a ticket on one of the three. Sure Avelo will be happy to gobble up the vacuum market share of “ULCC” NK will leave behind. If you still honestly believe this deal has no chance of DOJ approval you’re just naive.