Originally Posted by
OperatorError
I don't disagree with you about trying to create mainline jobs. Truth of the matter is that the regionals airlines are here to stay. I doubt that United Airlines is interested in sending a 737 from Denver to Farmington, NM that only has 25 people aboard.
Hmmm. In that case, maybe Farmington shouldn't be served at all since a half full RJ loses a lot of money on the flight. But I guess the commuter airline is fine with it because they get paid for every seat anyway.