2nd AirTran 717 Base?

[afhercdriver]

Why? Both SAT-MEX and SAT-SJD are shorter than SAT-ATL which we currently fly with the 717. Don't some regionals fly RJ's to Mexico from the US?

Good point! I was thinking about the short legs and fewer seats with the 717. Not upset at all. Just curious.

Jim

 

[DonVerita]

It is only a guess, but I think the 717 will be put on the routes and times of the day that require its lift.

Long haul or short haul, it doesn't matter. For example, the 717 flies MSP to MCO all the time. NY to Florida too. Some times of the day, the 717 flys it, other times the 737 flys it. Really just depends on the load that Market Planning is aiming for at a particular time of day.

 

[texman]

It is only a guess, but I think the 717 will be put on the routes and times of the day that require its lift.

Long haul or short haul, it doesn't matter. For example, the 717 flies MSP to MCO all the time. NY to Florida too. Some times of the day, the 717 flys it, other times the 737 flys it. Really just depends on the load that Market Planning is aiming for at a particular time of day.

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It's going to be planned like the 500. Some long but mostly short productive trips. 4-6 leg days. Remember AT system is connecting to a much larger route system, and you will see the 717 fly more than it already is. I am excited about what both systems will bring.