Originally Posted by
transition_alt
Whilst I agree that Rex's load factors are low, it needs to be mentioned that the promo fares require passengers to pay $6 for seat selection. For some, this is a cost they don't want to pay.
Rex's booking system does not assign a seat to those who don't pay until check-in. All seats are available for passengers who pay for a more flexible fare, legroom seats or $6. Therefore, snooping at seat maps isn't portraying a completely accurate economy figure.
Agreed, we're not talking completely accurate here but the degree of accuracy shouldn't be difficult to estimate. How many of the $79 promotional seats do you reckon are offered on each flight? 10? 15?