1) In what ways were the A320 and E190 similar/different? (select all that apply

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1) In what ways were the A320 and E190 similar/different? (select all that apply) A) The A320 had more seats and had greater flying range B) If a pilot was certified to fly one of these planes, they were automatically certified to fly the other type C) The A320 cost $50-60M and the E190 cost $30-40M
D) Both planes used identical parts and servicing procedures
2) According to the case, in what ways were the strategies of JetBlue (their original strategy) and Southwest similar/different? (select all that apply) A) JetBlue offered more amenities than Southwest B) Both airlines focused on having many types of planes C) Both airlines focused on low fares and did not utilize the hub-and-spoke model of the legacy airlines D) At the time of the case, JetBlue flew much fewer long-haul flights (i.e. flights 500+ miles) than Southwest

Explanation / Answer

1) A only

(A320 Had greater flying range as mentioned in the case (True)

A pilot had to get both certifications separately(False)

No costs of planes mentioned in case (Not applicable)

The planes used different procedures (False)

2) A and C is the answer

Jet Blue had more amenities as mentioned in the case.(True)

Both airlines focussed on having fewer types of planes so that costs can be kept low (False)

Both focussed on low fares and used direct connections instead of hub and spoke (True)

Jet Blue flew more long haul flights than Southwest (False)

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