According to the big boss the Ejets (190s) are making money. I do wonder if he could get his hands on more Boeings (700s) what would happen.
If you tell an engineer that the reliability of the Ejet is "apparently" the same as the Boeing they tend to laugh very loudly whilst leaving the cockpit shaking their heads. The Ejet OTP IS better than the Boeing but I wonder if thats a cultural thing who knows.
Personally I suspect that the 190s are making money and the reliability has come a long long way. I heard a rumour which contradicts my second sentence that the 700s will be phased out. This supports the argument of the 190 staying or maybe even increasing.
As for ATRs well some of the start dates are getting close and does anyone know what the package is has anyone been hired? JB sounds like a great guy but I wouldn't want to be on the wrong end of him!
Interestingly enough there was another high profile departure yesterday. All very interesting to watch.
Enjoy.