Airline Weekly Lounge Podcast
Breeze Founder and CEO David Neeleman
Sep 29, 2023
David Neeleman, Founder and CEO of Breeze Airways, discusses US travel demand and their focus on underserved markets. He explores the concept of trip cost versus per seat cost in the airline industry and talks about airline fees and skepticism about sustainable aviation fuel. Neeleman also discusses marketing promises, carbon offsetting, challenges faced by discount airlines like Breeze, and the difficulties in naming the airline.
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Quick takeaways
- Trip cost is more important than seat count for profitability in airlines, achieved by using smaller aircraft with lower operating costs.
- Breeze Airways focuses on catering to underserved markets and offers convenience and time-saving advantages through nonstop flights to popular destinations.
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Focus on Trip Cost Instead of Seat Count
David Neelman emphasizes the importance of focusing on trip cost as opposed to seat count. He argues that larger airlines prioritize filling more seats on their flights, but he believes that trip cost is a more significant factor. By utilizing smaller aircraft with lower operating costs, airlines can achieve profitability even with fewer seats filled. Neelman's experience in Brazil taught him the value of trip cost, and he applies this principle in Breeze Airways.
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