From my experience of flying as a pax on this route, and hearing regularly about the operation, there were some tech delays, but most delays (2 days extra "down South" was my record) were down to weather or for other operational reasons, either at ASI, MPA, or the diversions.
Someone mentioned route expertise. Of course Omni will learn it, but have a look at how far ASI is from another suitable airfield and that will tell you something about it's importance.
Oh, and saw some fun when the wind is from the north at MPA.
Omni are welcome to it, I reckon.