Originally Posted by
TOCTOD
I can see on paper how that makes sense. I really do. But I’d be interested to see the actual data around cause of delays, etc. I’d be willing to bet that systemic ATC delays are just as impactful, if not more, than commuting issues.
When JAX shuts down, there will be no pilots in hotels in NYC. Certainly not on time. And let’s not forget when severe weather hits ATL, now NYC has to suffer when it’s having an otherwise clear day? This all just sounds like robbing Peter to pay Paul.
Yes, but if you have a 16 hour layover in NYC, a 3 hour delay isn't going to mess things up the next day. Most commuters come in the same day, so a 3 hour delay makes them miss their sign-in, and the flight is delayed or staffed with reserve/premium pay.