Whatever happens, until we have more TRUE geographically spread pilot bases, quality of life for the vast majority of our pilots (who are mostly commuters) will continue to deteriorate.

Economies of scale dictate that fewer bases increase profit margins. It will be painful as we grow into our big shoes. Plain and simple.

I think that a lot of "wishful thinking" is causing many to feel disturbed because really nothing will happen until Darien says it will. For now, get ready to bid for the E-190 and/or Boston or not.