I mean, I'm trying to get out but a lateral move makes no sense, and there are still plenty of reasons to be here. Yes, there's a video - he never says Compass, and maybe that was intentional. He also says "about 3" regionals. Also, plans change CONSTANTLY in this industry. It could simply be a negotiating tactic because they're probably currently negotiating with Compass/Hulas about a purchase, resigning the CPA, etc. Who leaked the video? AA could swoop in and buy us. Republic could buy us and maybe that's what he means.... you all were very convinced a few months ago.
Basically, the less you pay attention to the rumors, the happier you are. I don't think keeping up your situational awareness is a bad idea, but being chicken little is silly particularly in this hiring market, they barely have E175 sim space, so the thought of us being instantly replaced is a little ridiculous, and last minute offers saved both Air Whisky and Expressjet and it's hard to imagine the same wouldn't come through for Compass.
We are the cheapest E175 operator next to maybe Mesa and I believe we are actually cheaper on a block hour basis.