The initial Q400s - only 1 or 2 of them - are intended to replace 146s that will get retired as these join the fleet.
Originally Posted by
uhoh
Wasn’t due to reliability (apparently it was quite reliable) more so to do with a contract not requiring/wanting it anymore.
Mainly due to Cobham being hesitant to seek a lessor outside of their usual one, thus the lease became too much of a burden for the client in times when they were doing all they could to cut costs (including putting that particular contract up for tender).
Originally Posted by
Icarus2001
The next one is leased by Cobham apparently giving them a little more flexibility.
Yep, which is why it's only expected to be around for 6 months. Longer only if Cobham can find a client that wants it.
Supposedly the thing is going to operate in basic JetGo livery with the VA interior still installed. Along with their BVI Airways painted RJ and the recently departed Pionair 146 that they chartered, brand recognition doesn't seem to be a priority...