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    There are some operational detials of their's that I want to learn, but if it's cheap, people will go for it. If people save over $100 or even more ona ticket, they will have no problem checking in their bags again for the second legand following their silly rules.
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    Well, I sure am looking forward to flying with them in a month. :twisted:

    There are definitely some strange things--childish talk in their "rules" (jetBlue's lightness is appropriate; this is too much), no connecting flights.

    I think when they expand more they'll do connecting flights (B6, WN, and easyJet amongst other LCCs do).

    Regarding the food, that "rule" will either be unenforced or make them infamous. I'll bet the former.

    Did anyone else read their wider aisles bit as meaning narrower seats? Seriously, a narrow aisle is a narrow aisle whether or not you add a few inches.

    There are some fares that are just $10 o/w to BUR. Even if other fares are upwards of $50, you could combine a CMH-BUR trip with a cheap NYC-CMH fare and come out with an uber cheap fare.

    Anyone know if they plan on entering the NYC market? They could definitely shake things up if fares stay this low.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Winglets747

    Anyone know if they plan on entering the NYC market? They could definitely shake things up if fares stay this low.
    I have not been able to confirm this at all successfully but I remember reading a while back in either Airliners magazine or Airways or Airliners World or even somewhere on the web that Skybus was interested in serving the Hudson Valley which I assume is either SWF or HPN.

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    Did anyone else read their wider aisles bit as meaning narrower seats? Seriously, a narrow aisle is a narrow aisle whether or not you add a few inches.

    They are touting the fact that their 319's are full size aircraft vs an RJ so yes a 319 does have a wider aisle than a CRJ. With the exception of the West coast many of their markets from CMH are served by competitors either direct or connection via regional aircraft. Even DL's CMH-Florida non-stops are RJ's
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    This a mega crap, an airline will not do that at all!!!!

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    I wonder if we have to chip in for jet fuel.

    But, seriously this is an ad driven airline, I think even the wings have advertisements on them. It would be interesting as to the ad clients they would get, perhaps ones that cater to a lower, price-sensitive demographics. However, associating with a no-frills airline could be catastrophic for the outside firm if the airline runs into major customer service issues or goes belly up.

    I think the best business model for an airline would be the following: cheap seats and onboard gaming.

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    Quote Originally Posted by VikHathi
    I wonder if we have to chip in for jet fuel.

    But, seriously this is an ad driven airline, I think even the wings have advertisements on them. It would be interesting as to the ad clients they would get, perhaps ones that cater to a lower, price-sensitive demographics. However, associating with a no-frills airline could be catastrophic for the outside firm if the airline runs into major customer service issues or goes belly up.

    I think the best business model for an airline would be the following: cheap seats and bod gaming.

    -Vik
    You can also mention if they crash, god forbid. The burned wreckage of the Hilton logo won't bod well for them.

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    Hilton? I think EconoLodge would be a more likely advertiser... along with ads for Mickey's Malt Liquor and Fruit of the Loom wifebeaters,
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    Re: SkyBus rules of flying

    Quote Originally Posted by T-Bird76
    Oh man you have to read this crap...jetBlue has a bill of rights for its customers, SkyBus has a list of...well not sure what you would call this. This is total crap.. YOU CAN'T BRING FOOD WITH YOU??? What if your diabetic and need to eat? What about babies? They need to have some exceptions, I hope. This is a real **** show airline.. No gate agents, 10 bucks to board first, can't bring your own food and a punishment..They use the word punishment, holy freaking hell what kind of company is this? I just want to know if you do sneak food on board what do they do take it from you? Oh yeah I'd love to see that exchange. lol
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    If you have a diabetic dietary requirement don't fly Skybus, my goodness, did you see their fares? They are just about as rockbottom as you can get, the airline is going to have to make some money through fees.

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    Re: SkyBus rules of flying

    Quote Originally Posted by Midnight Mike
    Quote Originally Posted by "T-Bird76":15a85
    Oh man you have to read this crap...jetBlue has a bill of rights for its customers, SkyBus has a list of...well not sure what you would call this. This is total crap.. YOU CAN'T BRING FOOD WITH YOU??? What if your diabetic and need to eat? What about babies? They need to have some exceptions, I hope. This is a real **** show airline.. No gate agents, 10 bucks to board first, can't bring your own food and a punishment..They use the word punishment, holy freaking hell what kind of company is this? I just want to know if you do sneak food on board what do they do take it from you? Oh yeah I'd love to see that exchange. lol
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    If you have a diabetic dietary requirement don't fly Skybus, my goodness, did you see their fares? They are just about as rockbottom as you can get, the airline is going to have to make some money through fees.

    Sorry, I don't see a problem, the airline is telling you everything in advance....
    What can they do though Mike if you decide to break out a nice foot long sub? Can they really take it away from you?

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    Yeah I was thinking the same thing. What is the punishment if you start eating something from your carry on?
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    All four engines have stopped. We are doing our damnedest to get them under control.
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    Quote Originally Posted by GothamSpotter
    Yeah I was thinking the same thing. What is the punishment if you start eating something from your carry on?
    They will make you step outside while you eat it :shock:

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    This ruled sucks!!!!! but interesting.........for example dont be late..we will not wait for you.

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    I just read the rules. What they've accomplished is coming across as totally obnoxious by doing a piss poor job at trying to be witty with their "rules." They're trying to be cute like jetBlue, but they've failed miserably.

    If I want to bring my snack of choice on a plane, I'm going to. I'll just bring it on a different airline if Skybus doesn't like it.

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    I think it would be best to find out the answer to this question first-hand. I want to fly on them for the sole purpose of sneaking food on board, then eating it out in the open to see what happens. And in case they do give me problems, I will bring enough for everyone...bring a few bags of Lays, and everyone can have a chip or two.
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