This is the scariest thing I have ever heard, what planet is Rod living on. Even the Governor could spout better Cr%p than this. It is complete investor talk, it sounds as though he is trying to butter up the shareholders before he announces another un-thought, weak, macro, big plan, hair brained, non airline scheme. This man is out for the BIG BANG, either a KLM or American deal that will make him look good to the Murdoch’s of this world.
Yes, the airline industry is the same as any other business; you collect revenue and make sure your cost’s reflect this by being lower (i.e. profit). But you need to make sure you understand the fundamentals of the business you are in. Plainly Rod does not, as mentioned not wanting to flog a dead forum, but he has royally screwed LGW and is on his way with the other regional bases.
The conclusion, unless you are within commuting distance of LHR, LOOK FOR ANOTHER JOB!