Airline Quote by Gordon Bethune
“I don't think JetBlue has a better chance of being profitable than 100 other predecessors with new airplanes, new employees, low fares, all touchy-feely ... all of them are losers. Most of these guys are smoking ragweed.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Aviation Industry Commentary, 2015
New airlines with low fares and fresh resources often fail despite optimism, because underlying business fundamentals are weak.
In simple terms: New low‑cost airlines often lose money.
Key Takeaway
Focus on sustainable business fundamentals.
Themes
airline industry
profitability
competition
strategy
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
business
industry
When to use this quote
- investor analysis
- airline startup planning
- financial forecasting
Key Concepts
cost structure
market dynamics
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- What core metrics should investors examine?
- How can new airlines build lasting profitability?
A Different Perspective
Low fares alone cannot guarantee profit without solid fundamentals.
