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If you could run one of the Big Six airlines, what would you do to turn it around and make money?

Right now, all of the Big Six (American, Continental, Delta, Northwest, United, US Airways) are losing money. Why is this? Why have they been losing money for years and years? What changes need to be made so that they can make money like the new startup airlines?

Public Comments

1. 1) Fire Older American Pilots and hire young Indian or Chinese Pilots without pensions and without health care and without benefits. 2) Fire American Mechanics and Flight Attendants and hire Indian or Chinese Mechanics and Flight Attendants. 3) Sell old airplanes and Buy new airplanes. 4) Cut salaries 50% for all employees. 5) Fire at least 10% of all the employees. 6) Sell more tickets online
2. You know, I really don't pay that close of attention to these type things. I hear the news with the reports and everything and I know these companies are really in need of help in order to survive. So as far as what needs to be done, I'm sure there is a lot that could and should be done. But I think one of the big issues is the cost of airfare. Each buyer is different, some buy strictly for costs, others for the schedule of the flight. So when they price out air, they will look for whatever is the biggest concern to them. I have found that with the companies like Delta, United, and the other you listed, that when you price air out, they are not only the highest priced airlines, but they also tend to have the worst flight itineraries. So I think that these companies need to find a way to cut costs in some way, provide better service to customers and find what flight schedules will work the best for most travelers. Otherwise, I don't know how much longer they will be able to operate. The travel industry seems to be one of the most competitive industries out there, so they need to learn where there spot is in the industry, or they won't be a part of it for much longer.