Funny that,
I just looked for a ticket on my usual route, STN-PIK and the first random search I did came up with this...
Date: Wed 14 November 2001
Choice: 9 flights
Cost: Any flight £2.49 sterling
Date: Tuesday 20 November 2001
Choice: 9 flights
Cost: All flights priced at £2.49 sterling
Then add tax at £16.10.
GRAND TOTAL: £21.08 rtn.
I think you might need to take another look!
PS: I don't know why you posted on this on R+N, I'd hardly call it a rumour, indeed, my post is fact! And News?...... no. The low-cost airline bashers are OLD news.
Enjoy flying with a traditional carrier, and enjoy the on-board meal you pay over £100 for!
FJW.