I'M With Stupid: Perhaps reflecting of the hard facts on this issue may be worthwhile at this point.
1. NJS is Australia's 2nd biggest jet operator and is not going to be left with a bunch of BAe146s if QF and passengers want 717s.
2. NJS has just completed two large hangars and is investing in some maintenance related equipment.
3. Is having discussions with Boeing on leasing 10 717s. (ex TWA)
4. Lease rates at all time low of about $115,000 month.
5. 717 aircraft economics have blown Qantas away.
6. Qantas needs to have several aces up its sleeve to deal with Virgin Blue around Australia.
7. Air Tran says its cheaper to operate 717s with lease payments than operate fully depreciated DC-9-30s.
So I would guess that NJS will get some 717s in some form or another.
Best GT