Skippers getting Q400's
I heard there was a chance that Skippers may be acquiring Q400 aircraft. Apparently at the request or due to customers being unhappy with the string of aircraft that arrive at some ports/mines and the mix of types. Some passengers are complaining about which aircraft they are assigned (ie; “but I want to go on the Bras as I will get home quicker than the Dash”) which is causing headaches and an admin nightmare and requires more ramp and ground crews at the mine.
The companies would prefer a single aircraft and are prepared to renew contracts elsewhere to get what they want. Qantaslink and the F100 operators are also out there, very actively marketing and looking for work.
Does anyone else have any further info on where they are coming from or when?