Nauticlus Blue;
Can't agree with you more!! For that reason alone, it is a moot point debating all of this. WAC arn't interested in providing a service. More about $$
Flightfocus:
Reference ADS-B. I believe all the modern Airlines (E-190, B737NG, Airbus A320/330) are now standard with ADS-B.
The Aviation white paper has a completion date for the fitment of ADS-B. Dec 2013 sounds Correct.
In the case of the Fokker 100 (Main type of FIFO jet at Perth). Fokker sevices have announced this year a integrated GNSS fitment to include ADS-B or a standalone one. In the case of Skywest & Alliance (prob network as well), due to the White papaer mandate, these operators are required to fit it. Unfortunateley, it takes time to fit the fleets (16 apprx F100 at Perth). So not a case of not wanting to fit it.
I think Boeing are already offering a Mod for their B717. So wouldnt be surprised to see Cobham/QF link fitting it too. Same for the 146.
The benefits of ADS-B are there, and all oerators are aware of it, its just not a quick installation. Not wanting to spend $.
Cheers.