Just to clarify: Qantaslink
already has jets. They would be operated by
Cobham "the Qantaslink jet operator" (according to Kumar). Yes, I know he's gone.
I remember all the hassles EAA/SA had getting the Space Shuttle (sorry, Q400) on the AOC. IMO, I can't see it happening, although it would be nice. Yes, I know they have some JQ people there in (mis)management.
However, it makes more sense in these QF penny-pinching days to have
Cobham do the ground work for a new (to Qantaslink) jet type. They have the experience and runs on the board as the "Qantaslink jet operator".
Good luck to the boys at Eastern and Sunnies though. I hope something comes through for you, but I wouldn't hold my breath. Just remember, the carrot has been dangled at you for almost 20 years now.
It's a bit wrinkled and smelly........
