Originally Posted by
ATNotts
Load factors count for little, yield is everything.
Oh come on, there is also a fairly high correlation between high loads and profitability. It is possible to have high loads and lose money but it is not something that lasts long. Unless you're Eastern Airways levels of fares, in the modern UK short haul market, you need to fill an aeroplane to make real money.
Originally Posted by
airsouthwest
Jesus christ they've only just launched some of these routes, it's clear most of the people commenting on here have no real world aviation experience. As industry insiders know it takes time for publicity for a route to build, especially for a new airline with a limited budget. I wish certain armchair experts would just stop giving their opinions as facts or statements.
What "new airline" is this of which you speak? Surely not the well known and beloved flybe returning to market? Chill out, and unless you're an actual CEO, the same applies to you!
