There is no secret to the fact that there is enormous revenue at risk here and enormous stakes in the outcome of these discussions with the GDSs, and that’s why, candidly, they have wound up in court, because we are trying to break some of these monopolistic practices. …
The winner of the “Statement of the Obvious Award” is AA’s Gerard Arpey Read More »
Click here to read full article I can’t resist commenting on the Wall Street Journal’s article last week on American Airlines, entitled “American Air Strains for Lift”. In the article, authors Susan Carey and Timothy W. Martin cite the fact that AA has “racked up $11.6 billion in losses in the past decade, and hasn’t …
News Flash: AA Gerard Arpey “All we need is $10 more per passenger per day” Read More »
Today I have been working on finalizing a market assessment report for a client and I have to tell you that I am once again astounded by our very own airline industry. Please don’t get me wrong. I like to fly. Well, not really. But I used to like to fly. We had legroom, hot …
Stop the Madness – Some simple steps toward profitability Read More »
As I ponder American Airlines’ stated view of the future of distribution, I can’t help but go back to my original analogy of distribution economics. Indulge me Mr. Arpey. And please, tell me where I have missed the mark! Imagine if you will, a manufacturer of goods – a soap manufacturer will do nicely for …
American Airlines view of distribution (aka she’s at it again…..” Read More »
