JC25 - Excellent post and summary of all that has been said on here before. The big question, is how close to the tipping point where BE throw in the towel are we?
GAZMO - EZY model is based around uncomplicated point to point flying. I don't think there is anywhere on their entire network where the scenario you have outlined can be found. Are they likely buck their model for the little old IOM?
Pabely - Be careful what you wish for.............