Originally Posted by
RogueOne
Seems like KLM and Schiphol are struggling so much that they're flying empty planes back home, and not bringing the passengers because the airport can't cope.
If the flag carrier is struggling at home base, it's understandable that all airlines including Flybe are taking a hit on delays and cancellations messing with the schedule.
Schiphol is somehow overwhelmed, add in maintenance planned for this weekend and strong winds from the North... and everything grinds to a halt.
Indeed KLM are taking a tough time atm. But I would imagine they can afford to pay the EU241 compensation bill. But on some days the delays on Flybe must be more than wiping out any profits. Any Flybe don’t have good years savings or the possibility of the state stepping in to help them out if it gets too tough.
I agree with the above post. Drop a daily rotation, run an on time schedule and press release it for some cheap/free coverage and get known as the only UK carrier operating on time.