Though it does seem odd that there has been so much cut back on their S08 operations
This, I belive, is mostly due to operating more aircraft than were perhaps needed. All of Jet2's aircraft are owned, and therefore, they don't need to be flown hard to cover any lease costs.
However, during S07, the 757's were often only operated once a day or twice a day on 'lighter load' destinations. e.g. week day Murcia's. 150 pax is quite a lot for a 737 but not exactly crowded when on a 235 seat 757.
Belfast is now a 757 base, partly following the sucess at NCL, especially on the Canaries routes.
I hear that there are 'greater plans afoot' and we must still await further news. The latest destination leaflet is issue 2 and usually it won't be until issue 13 or 14 before all the routes are finalised. ETOPS is still planned for the winter too- but it's a bit early to be discussing W08!!
As for NCL not profitable???????
Maybe, not as profitable as hoped for perhaps but you can never make too much profit can you????
Jet2 management, like 99% of airlines are rather switched on 'wheeler - dealers'. If NCL was loss making, the operation would be shut down and the aircraft and crews relocated!!!!
