Originally Posted by
RawScoreZero
1) If LUV has a higher cost structure than us, how do they turn a profit when we don't? (I've been told by managers at Delta that SW has a higher cost structure. Also, its well known that they pay thier people more across the board.ie_Pilots, FA, Rampers) They have lower yields per ticket in revenue, don't collect a premium on First Class seats, and miss out on big money from bags. I'd like to see a list compiled of why they make money when we don't. And not something like: They don't have RJs or our VPs are paid more or they don't have Alpa.
FWIW, LUV management cost structure is much, much lower.
I saw somewhere that Gary Kelly, the LUV CEO, makes under $1 Million/ year and the UAL frequent flyer mileage VP was paid just under a million and was given a $6.9 Million bonus.