Perhaps I should clarify comments made in my recent posts which seem to have been taken out of context - my remarks about loss of business at BFS in 2001 was not intended as a gloat - it was simply to illustrate how volatile this industry is and that things can change virtually overnight.
Admittedly, most of the airline losses to BFS at that time were due to factors beyond their control that is apart from the BMI situation which could have been retrieved. I too have suffered redundancy (not in this industry I might add) and it is not a very pleasant situation to be in after over 20 years service.
All business these days is ruthless and the every man for himself adage applies more than ever. Its really up to every business to sell its product effectively and let the consumer decide where to put his or her money.
For those that took offence at my remarks I apologise - the comments were not intended to be offensive.