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Originally posted by Ming
Geo-political consideration is only a factor not a decision determination. Geo-political consideration must apply on a case-by-case basis. I fail to see the relevence of Air India vs. Jet Air in Geo-Political consideration in this case.
As for airlines failed/in trouble operating with Boeing fleet exclusively: National Airlines/757, Sun Country, TWA..... However, I woul not attribute their failures in the fleet, since it is the management who screwed it up.
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Ming,
The point that I was trying to make with regard to Jet Airways is the fact that the carrier went with an aircraft type that would work well in its system. I do not believe that this carrier made its decision based on geo-political considerations.
With regard to the carriers you listed above who have deceased or are currently dealing with financial uncertainty and who happened to operate an all-Boeing fleet, I would like to point out the following:
TWA began to experience financial trouble while operating a mix of Boeing, Lockheed and McDonnell-Douglas aircraft types.
Sun Country happened to fall victim to the circumstances following the 9/11 attacks and was not large enough to sustain itself through this crisis.
National Airlines is operating from a city that is already saturated with low-cost carriers that have assisted in suppressing ticket prices and has resulted in low yields.
I do respect and appreciate your observations.