DFW / AA to get 100 seat jets??? (Wild Rumor)
11-06-2011, 04:21 PM
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Originally Posted by DENpilot
First off, it makes a difference to this entire industry. Just the thought of any more flying going to any regional makes me sick.
Next, prove to me that the terminal is definitely being expanded, and the supposed expansion proves that Eagle would be operating the jets for it.
Next, prove to me that the terminal is definitely being expanded, and the supposed expansion proves that Eagle would be operating the jets for it.
I did, however mention the 100 seat aircraft would either be for Eagle or a potential codeshare with Jetblue. At this point there are no other scenarios involving 100 seat aircraft at AMR.
As for more facts...sorry, I don't have any of the copy and paste variety. Two days ago I did ask some construction guys in the terminal if they had heard anything regarding an expansion of terminal B. I didn't say anything about 100 seat aircraft.
They responded by saying that not only was an expansion happening, it was for 100 seat aircraft and AA was wanting them to "put a rush" on completing the construction.
Like I said before...I have been hearing this for a few weeks now. That article today was the first I had seen of it outside of Eagle.
11-06-2011, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by embraer
Never said it did, pal. Do a little more reading (listening) and a little less barking.
I did, however mention the 100 seat aircraft would either be for Eagle or a potential codeshare with Jetblue. At this point there are no other scenarios involving 100 seat aircraft at AMR.
As for more facts...sorry, I don't have any of the copy and paste variety. Two days ago I did ask some construction guys in the terminal if they had heard anything regarding an expansion of terminal B. I didn't say anything about 100 seat aircraft.
They responded by saying that not only was an expansion happening, it was for 100 seat aircraft and AA was wanting them to "put a rush" on completing the construction.
Like I said before...I have been hearing this for a few weeks now. That article today was the first I had seen of it outside of Eagle.
I did, however mention the 100 seat aircraft would either be for Eagle or a potential codeshare with Jetblue. At this point there are no other scenarios involving 100 seat aircraft at AMR.
As for more facts...sorry, I don't have any of the copy and paste variety. Two days ago I did ask some construction guys in the terminal if they had heard anything regarding an expansion of terminal B. I didn't say anything about 100 seat aircraft.
They responded by saying that not only was an expansion happening, it was for 100 seat aircraft and AA was wanting them to "put a rush" on completing the construction.
Like I said before...I have been hearing this for a few weeks now. That article today was the first I had seen of it outside of Eagle.
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11-06-2011, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by embraer
They responded by saying that not only was an expansion happening, it was for 100 seat aircraft and AA was wanting them to "put a rush" on completing the construction.
Like I said before...I have been hearing this for a few weeks now. That article today was the first I had seen of it outside of Eagle.
haha, yeah.... I don't believe that for a second. You know why? It's because nothing has been started yet! There is no construction taking place. Not to mention, your average construction worker just knows so much detail concerning projects that haven't started...
I quote directly from the VP of operations at DFW, (the guy who runs the airport....) ," There are plans for a possible nine-gate expansion for Eagle in Terminal B that could be used by 100-seat jets."
Can that be any clearer? It's "plans", and it's only "possible". Your sources are hardly credible. Did you also see they say that terminal A construction isn't going to be done til 2017?
11-06-2011, 04:43 PM
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Originally Posted by embraer
As for more facts...sorry, I don't have any of the copy and paste variety. Two days ago I did ask some construction guys in the terminal if they had heard anything regarding an expansion of terminal B. I didn't say anything about 100 seat aircraft.
They responded by saying that not only was an expansion happening, it was for 100 seat aircraft and AA was wanting them to "put a rush" on completing the construction.
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11-06-2011, 05:01 PM
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Originally Posted by embraer
Sorry, this isn't XJT.
Is there some reason why you are pounding your feet on the ground about this? You don't even work for Eagle...what difference does it make to you??
If you would like to provide a logical argument..for whatever reason; start with this one: Explain why Eagle's terminal in DFW is being expanded and modified to accomodate 100 seat jets. This is not rumor but fact.
Is there some reason why you are pounding your feet on the ground about this? You don't even work for Eagle...what difference does it make to you??
If you would like to provide a logical argument..for whatever reason; start with this one: Explain why Eagle's terminal in DFW is being expanded and modified to accomodate 100 seat jets. This is not rumor but fact.
11-06-2011, 05:03 PM
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But there's an article so it all must be true! Let's be thankful we have the press to help start threads here!
11-06-2011, 05:16 PM
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The crack in the koolaid still hasn't worn off.
AA hasn't given up scope beyond what is already out of the bag. Until you see an LOA or something from the major carrier, nothing will come to the regionals that isn't already a known possibility.
I don't work for AMR in any way, but airports are constantly trying to "modernize" in hope of new business. If anyone is at a regional and wants to leave, bigger airplanes are a kiss of death, those that want to stay will love it. Those who want to stay typically aren't the ones on the forums; they are home and very happy with things now and only interested in future opportunities within their place. Not a knock on anyone, just the dynamics as demonstrated across the boards.
AA hasn't given up scope beyond what is already out of the bag. Until you see an LOA or something from the major carrier, nothing will come to the regionals that isn't already a known possibility.
I don't work for AMR in any way, but airports are constantly trying to "modernize" in hope of new business. If anyone is at a regional and wants to leave, bigger airplanes are a kiss of death, those that want to stay will love it. Those who want to stay typically aren't the ones on the forums; they are home and very happy with things now and only interested in future opportunities within their place. Not a knock on anyone, just the dynamics as demonstrated across the boards.
11-06-2011, 05:19 PM
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Originally Posted by embraer
Sorry, this isn't XJT.
Is there some reason why you are pounding your feet on the ground about this? You don't even work for Eagle...what difference does it make to you??
If you would like to provide a logical argument..for whatever reason; start with this one: Explain why Eagle's terminal in DFW is being expanded and modified to accomodate 100 seat jets. This is not rumor but fact.
Is there some reason why you are pounding your feet on the ground about this? You don't even work for Eagle...what difference does it make to you??
If you would like to provide a logical argument..for whatever reason; start with this one: Explain why Eagle's terminal in DFW is being expanded and modified to accomodate 100 seat jets. This is not rumor but fact.
Originally Posted by DENpilot
Haha.... those people have the same knowledge as to what's going on as my cat back home.
Here at XJT, if the stuff that came from the CPO, senior capts, union reps was ever remotely true, we'd have 70 seaters, a DEN and IAD base a year ago and so much more. What you are talking are typical airline rumors. You clearly haven't been in this industry long. When big things happen, everyone knows at the same time. There is none of this secretive crap that only union reps and CPs know about.
Here at XJT, if the stuff that came from the CPO, senior capts, union reps was ever remotely true, we'd have 70 seaters, a DEN and IAD base a year ago and so much more. What you are talking are typical airline rumors. You clearly haven't been in this industry long. When big things happen, everyone knows at the same time. There is none of this secretive crap that only union reps and CPs know about.
11-06-2011, 05:23 PM
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Originally Posted by higney85
The crack in the koolaid still hasn't worn off.
AA hasn't given up scope beyond what is already out of the bag. Until you see an LOA or something from the major carrier, nothing will come to the regionals that isn't already a known possibility.
I don't work for AMR in any way, but airports are constantly trying to "modernize" in hope of new business. If anyone is at a regional and wants to leave, bigger airplanes are a kiss of death, those that want to stay will love it. Those who want to stay typically aren't the ones on the forums; they are home and very happy with things now and only interested in future opportunities within their place. Not a knock on anyone, just the dynamics as demonstrated across the boards.
AA hasn't given up scope beyond what is already out of the bag. Until you see an LOA or something from the major carrier, nothing will come to the regionals that isn't already a known possibility.
I don't work for AMR in any way, but airports are constantly trying to "modernize" in hope of new business. If anyone is at a regional and wants to leave, bigger airplanes are a kiss of death, those that want to stay will love it. Those who want to stay typically aren't the ones on the forums; they are home and very happy with things now and only interested in future opportunities within their place. Not a knock on anyone, just the dynamics as demonstrated across the boards.
11-06-2011, 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by MatchPoint
Not to mention billions in ObamaStim being spent to update our nations airports.
CVG built a third parallel runway to ease congestion right before Delta cut CVG flights by 70%.
CVG spent millions on a new screening checkpoint as Delta was cutting CVG flights by 70%.
CVG redid the ramps around Concourse A right after Delta abandoned it.
CVG is currently renovating the interior of Concourse A for nobody in particular.
Once gubment money has been allocated, it will be spent. Even if the justification goes away.
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