Originally Posted by
sailingfun
So the company comes to DALPA and says. "We would like to convert 20 of our 70 seaters allowed to 76 seaters. If you agree we have a tentative order for 100 C series jets. The switch from 70 seaters will occur in a 1 for 5 ratio. For each 5 C series jets on the property and flying we get to convert 1 70 seater to a 76 seater. The overall fleet number which is currently at XXX cannot go below the current number plus the C series slots or we lose the extra 76 seaters. If C series jets are removed from the fleet we remove the 76 seats in a inverse proportion. Deliveries of the C series will start in 6 months and we will post a bid next week.
Would you say no???
I would absolutely say no. The fact that you would go to this length in order to set up this hypothetical is very telling. You've obviously done so because you are trying to show everyone that we all really agree with you...that further weakening of scope is just a matter of finding the right price. You clearly believe that. I'm very concerned that DALPA agrees with that - but they know they cannot say it.
Carl