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American to Replace Regional Jets with Bigger Planes Between Hubs
American Airlines announced it will begin flying larger aircraft on flights between American and US Airways hubs and also reduce flying by regional carriers under the American Eagle name. The change was announced in the company’s weekly newsletter, Arrivals, and is slated to begin in June..... (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) Altro...
I'm going to miss the smaller planes...more hip room. The bigger planes may have more seats, but the seat width in the bigger planes is narrower.
I am sure that may not happen. You may be able to enjoy them on smaller hops or hopping flights !
Very logical, logistical and timely decision.
That's what the hubs are for ! In the first place .
That's what the hubs are for ! In the first place .
With the forecast of increased flying demand between hubs, makes sense to increase number of seats.
With the pressure on regional airlines to maintain their level of staffing and with the higher per seat costs of smaller jets, it makes sense to move them away from thick routes and redeploy them on thinner routes that can't support larger aircraft (and that might otherwise lose service because of the staffing pressures).