Trislanders one for the bean counters
I think we are all missing the boat. Its down to economics, the Tris have zero debt attached to them they are owned outright. Ok fuel is expensive and so is maintenance but Anglo Normandie have a lot of design authority for the Tris therefore life extension work is relativly easy. I belive they have life until 2030. Now how much does a twotter or a 228 cost spread over lets say 7 years and the cost of a second crew member and fares would have to rise. Added to that is additional costs for landing handling and maintenance. Dont get me wrong i like the 228 but for the foreseeable future Joey and friends will be around doing the job they where designed for.
One further point ref LGW and new E175's not so long ago the ATR was up aginst the 146/RJ and still managed to compete.
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