Well at issue really...is to separate those that have actually gone through the overhaul process vs those who believe what they are told, then run around and regurgitate as gospel.
But I suspect the same people who will argue for reduced power departures are the sames ones who bought it hook line and sinker that taking pillows and peanuts off of Delta flights was what was REALLY needed to save the airline.
If you haven't seen the numbers first hand, spent the money, actually been in charge of this stuff, then your simply going by what your chief pilot/department manager is telling you...
Anyone know what the actual fuel cost is, how about insurance, what about the gate fees, how about the real cost of the aircraft...
It's a tough sell to convince me that your company is going under with out the use of Flex when you just bought 20 new A300s. Just sayin.