Well said noseboy
Viking has been around for quite a while working for many different tour operators during the summer season and also had a close relationship with XL.
Viking probably know XL better than anyone because of the work they did for them in the past.
XL went, Viking saw the opportunity and with the input from former XL chiefs, new aircraft, new branding (comming soon) and a new start. I'm sure Viking will end up being just as good as XL were and will make many people proud to work for them.
Viking is not a new airline as some people think it is, its been going for a long time, if they hadn't of come in a filled the gap then i'm sure someone would have.
There were rumours that a Gary Farley (not sure who he is) was due to start a similar operation this summer, were are they, doubt that will happen.
I'd rather Viking who know what they are doing be here than a completely new start up.
Good Luck Viking
(ps: the seats are selling well too , lets keep it up)