Predictions are for significantly increased load factor in Feb.
Blue Oar's McNeill has a ``buy'' recommendation and a price target of 130 pence.
``If they succeed, they will succeed on a massive scale,'' the analyst said. ``If they don't, they will go under.''
More Planes
The carrier has three Boeing 767 planes, is taking delivery of two more in March and has yet to decide whether it will introduce new routes or add frequencies to existing ones.
Eos is more likely to win customers from British Airways Plc than Silverjet on its Dubai route because it targets first-class passengers rather than business-class travelers, according to Adam Steiner, who helps manage about $1 billion at SVG Capital Plc.
``Silverjet is a budget business class airline,'' Steiner said. ``In terms of its business model, Eos doesn't compete against Silverjet.''
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