Looks like we bought at least 1 Jet, hopefully at least 1 more on the way. Some FO's got a message today saying that there are more 328 classes coming up in the next few months.
To: All Skyway and Midwest Airlines Employees
Date: August 3, 2006
From: David Reeve, Chairman of the Board -- Skyway Airlines
Subject: 328JET Fleet
I am pleased to share the great news that we have signed a letter of intent to acquire a 328JET regional jet. Additionally, we are beginning negotiations to acquire a second 328JET. This would expand our fleet of regional jets from 10 to 12.
Both aircraft were formerly operated by Atlantic Coast Airlines under a codeshare agreement with Delta Airlines.
On the first jet, we have completed the technical inspection and records review, and only need to complete a purchase agreement to finalize the deal -- a process we expect to complete in the next 45 days. After completion of maintenance work, refurbishment and painting in the Midwest Connect livery, we hope to put the plane into revenue service later this year.
We will inform you of the status of the second jet as we progress through negotiations.
At this time, our plan is to use these aircraft in existing Midwest Connect markets.