Originally Posted by
Wycombe
BHX to GLA and EDI have been largely operated since they started by the leased-in Spanish ATR72. Perhaps there's a hard-stop on the lease period and then a gap before more Q400's are available.
I think the point is, if there is a shortage of airframes why not delay the launch of the new service rather than suspending existing services? Not a great way to improve your reputation.
And lets not mention the 'there are plenty of a/c available, lessors will be desperate, BE will be able to get the pick of the bunch' comments.