Guys,
I am the travelling public - haven't touched an aircraft for any reason than to consume it's services for a long time now.
I choose not to fly LCC's because I don't like the product.
I particularly don't like Jet Star's product. I think it's cheap and mean.
Call me a twit for calling a low cost carrier less safe than a full cost carrier - I doubt it.
Q. What is the purpose of a LCC? A. To push new frontiers in cost reduction wherever possible with a view to generating more proffit from extreme levels of low yield turnover Q. Is one of the new frontiers maintenance? A. Every cost centre including staff, training, and maintenance Q. How far can the cost cutting go? A. As far as the safety regulator and it's legislation will allow it to go. Q. What happens if the regulator or it's reg's fail ??????????
I don't recall the last time that Qantas was investigated by CASA for having poor culture within it's maintenance department. I do recall the last time it happened to a low cost carrier.
Better safety on a more mature, full service, higher cost airline YOU BET!!
I will think of you guys from the Qantas club lounge today as I eat my can of sardines for breakfast.