QF into Esp and others??
I agree with Bloggs, QF have canned the prop idea in WA. Can't see a couple of daily 717's F100's going into GEL or LEA, those routes even are marginal for two jet operators. Without gas, LEA would only be getting an F50.
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HAHAHA So you think XR doesn't rort the system with there pricing, your kidding yourself. Of course they do because they can. Competion is inevitable, maybe Skywest will just have to lift there game and provide a better service.
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Just can't quite get my head around the alliance VB have with Skywest if this means the Ejet can't go into GEL. What benefit is there then? A strange move by JB. I understand Delta, ANZ, Etihad and the AFL but I don't see what benefit VB would get if they can't do GEL...
Great move by Skywest if its true. VB got trumped on that one!
I though the Q400 would have been the perfect machine for the route. Sounds like it will stay as is.
Great move by Skywest if its true. VB got trumped on that one!
I though the Q400 would have been the perfect machine for the route. Sounds like it will stay as is.
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The Q400 is perfect for GEL. LEA is more of a Jet route therefore i don't see QF bringing over the 400 just for GEL. If they had of got ESP and ABA they may have thought about it but with GEL the only route suitable I don't think we'll see them here.
The 717 is already an established operation in WA and LEA will fit in nicely with that network. My thoughts are that sending a 717 to GEL would be just as cheap as setting up a brand new base for the Q400.
VB by signing the MOU with XR have effectively just been granted access to ESP, ABA, GEL, LEA and probably CAR, MJK and Kalbarri too.
That's quite a nice little WA network which can all be booked through the VB website.
There's nothing stopping VB entering the GEL market however with Ejets not suited to that route i dare say that they'll steer clear. Before you all crow about F100's not being suited to the route either you're all correct, an F100 will burn about 1.5 to 2 tonne versus 500kg on the 50. Skywest are only sending jets because the GEL people believe they deserve a Jet otherwise I think XR would be happy to continue with 10 or so F50 flts a day.
The 717 is already an established operation in WA and LEA will fit in nicely with that network. My thoughts are that sending a 717 to GEL would be just as cheap as setting up a brand new base for the Q400.
VB by signing the MOU with XR have effectively just been granted access to ESP, ABA, GEL, LEA and probably CAR, MJK and Kalbarri too.
That's quite a nice little WA network which can all be booked through the VB website.
There's nothing stopping VB entering the GEL market however with Ejets not suited to that route i dare say that they'll steer clear. Before you all crow about F100's not being suited to the route either you're all correct, an F100 will burn about 1.5 to 2 tonne versus 500kg on the 50. Skywest are only sending jets because the GEL people believe they deserve a Jet otherwise I think XR would be happy to continue with 10 or so F50 flts a day.
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Apparently QLink were or are thinking of running a couple of 717's on some routes on the East Coast to take on Virgin once they get business class up and running. LST being one port mentioned. Now whether this would ever happen or not I don't know. I did hear that a few phone calls were made to see what 717 ground equipment would be required at LST.
could be a possibility, as 738 capacity is being earmarked for ZNE and PBO (though doubt the facilities are up for it at PBO)
but surely they would need something to supplement the existing 717 services other than just more 738's and with the likely addition of at least LEA and potentially GET.
but surely they would need something to supplement the existing 717 services other than just more 738's and with the likely addition of at least LEA and potentially GET.
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Re Govt Contract.
Check Website "investegate.co.uk" Click on "Company news" Search SKYW and read on. It is a statement from Skywest that it had been awarded the contract. Cheers.
A bit cheeky to announce it if the WA government still have not done so...
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Investegate | Company News | Corporate, London Stock Exchange, Regulatory News Headlines Skywest Airlines to extend coastal network
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G day mr Hat
How are u mate .I just clicked on the site u put in your post but i could not find anything dealing with the subject. I am particularly interested in any/all info on this as it could mean a cheaper fare (joking) for me as a FIFO. any info would help. Cheers.
All you blokes waiting on news for the government- have you checked was month we are in? Public Servants have been on holidays for 14 days now!! Never to be seen again until January 31st! The Department of Transport website will get updated on Feb 1st.
