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SWBKCB
Maybe in this context? If impressive load factor figures are being mentioned the size of aircraft is relevant, especially if it is smaller than originally scheduled. Anyway as we all know load factors don't tell you much. As the old saying goes, any fool can fill an aircraft, it's filling it and making money that is the difficult bit.
Lots of good points of view. It’s all about opinions after all. With regards to Qatar, they have served EDI for many years now. They have been incredibly loyal to EDI. Continued to operate throughout the pandemic. What did all the other long haul carriers do? They suspended completely. Cargo will have played an important part. A source of income despite pax numbers falling off the cliff. Compare Oct 22 to Oct 21. Qatar carried around 4000 in 21. They won’t have made any profit from such low pax numbers. More than 16000 in Oct 22 is impressive. They must be more than happy with how the route is performing. As we know, they have applied for double the number of slots in 2023. They must be actively considering going double daily. Let’s see if they actually do.