Mik3; I think it is worst than that, it takes someone special (CEO / Branding / Takeover) to resurrect a failing outfit like BE. STOB have displayed a mixed corporate business plan and at times the lack of airline / aviation experience is clear to all, should they take BE on I cannot see them having those skilll's to manage a root and branch operation at BE. It has been a failing airline for many years now! Furthermore, cutting a/c and staff would have to be the first actions and that is not conducive to improvement or expansion.