I think the reason AAB may have been quieter in the "old" days was because he actually had some decent manager working for him in senior positions. Those that were prepared to make decisions and take resposibility for the benefit of the airline. Unfortunately this was also their downfall as AAB tightened the reins and took away this powers. Frustration led to resignations and now he is surrounded by incompetant managers who are afraid to make decisions without his backing - hence he remains in total charge and all below fear for their own jobs and the welfare of their families....until this changes - nothing else will...