SkyWest Looking at Boeings

[skyboat]

Sleepy-

My vote is managements desire to get a contract is not because of something big. Comair pilots were blamed for us not getting the job in LAX several years ago when Eagle was brought on because we wouldn't agree to a contract. If somrthing big is going to happen, Delta will do it and if there is uncertainty with ASA they will do it with Comair, Skywest, or some other carrier. I don't think Comair was ever in the LAX bid as we didn't even fly out West at the time. You don't just start an operation like that up overnight.

 

[General Lee]

Fins,

You know that stocks prices are functions of a market cap, and your company's worth can fluctuate big time day to day. IF there was a short war with Iraq, the stock price would climb straight up and Delta would be worth more instantly. Delta's cash position is better than most, and their operating expenses are fairly flat. We actually had an operating profit last quarter, but a loss resulted from the 1 time charges again. If the pilots give back some money (which I believe will happen to some extent)--it will help even more. Our planes have been jammed full lately--and even with a war the Spring Breakers going to Florida will halp us somewhat. I am not blind---I think the war will hurt ADVANCED bookings, but a SHORT WAR will help and low fares on the other end will result in full airplanes. You probably will see it going down to Panama City, Ft. Walton, and Daytona. The key is a relatively SHORT war----I'd say two weeks max. I do think our European flying this summer might be hurt by the France debacle, and maybe Germany too---but domestic travel may increase to Montana and Alaska for example. It will be interesting to say the least---especially if we do retire 400-600 pilots on May 1st alone.

Bye Bye--General Lee

 

[cocknbull]

I think that General Lee is right.

If Skywest's contract was terminated; Delta has alot of options. There are a couple of regionals with plenty of aircraft and money, and I'm sure they would love to expand or begin Delta service. I know that loosing Skywest will not result in the death of Delta.

Many regionals are getting sick of the majors determining their future and so am I. However those same majors had alot to do with all the money in the regionals banks. It's a big gamble going out on their own and accepting that risk, but I would like to see Skywest do it and succeed.

 

[CaptainBrazilia]

Boeings...

A bit of airline-industry wisdom...

Don't believe a single thing you hear until you see it sitting on the ramp in your company's colors! And THEN don't believe it until you're awarded a ground school class!

Rumors...bah.

 

[Jetlink]

The CR7 uses the same engine (CF34-8C1) that is used on the EMB-70 and EMB-90.

Where do you get this information??

Rolls Royce is making all the E135/145 engines, for us anyway