Originally Posted by
seafeye
If the 50 seater is the new b1900 then we are in trouble. But I just don't see that happening. Average price for fuel for a one hour leg per pax on the crj is $18. Fuel can double and it will still be affordable.
So with fuel and direct operating costs almost triple that of emerging technology you think they'll still be affordable? Add MX costs on top and you have the same thing as 727 trying to compete with a 737NG.