Originally Posted by
johnso29
There are no 100 seaters ordered because there are no 100 seater proven products. The only thing currently available is the E190 or A318 & they're both old technology that isn't wanted. Why would any Legacy take out millions in financing for old technology or the unproven C-Series(paper doesn't prove anything) when they can wait for something better? Truth is they really aren't interested in a 100 seater because there aren't any good ones out there. Codeshare has to be approved by the union, & scope will be tightened. Guaranteed
The amount of domestic feed regionals are covering is already decreasing. Many RJ's and turboprops continued to be parked while not being replaced.
I think the amount of feed is decreasing mainly because of the economy not because they are switching that flying back to mainline. It is your contention that once there is a proven 80-120 seater aircraft they will be on the mainline certificate? I hope you are right if that is what you believe. Delta already has longterm agreements with their regional pals for the 76 seater flying, in what ways do you see scope being tightened?