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[NYC]

On short/medium haul high-volume routes, is it a good idea to use bigger planes to save gate costs and generate more profit? Or should I stick to narrow body. For example, right now the choice for me is B737-200/DC-9-40 vs A300B4/DC-10-15. Thanks.

[Appassionata]

Depends on fuel economy of each individual type. DC 10-15 and 9-40 are both not worth considering, so stick with 737-200 or A300B4. (and widebody/narrowbody - that's purely your taste!)

[NYC]

I already have 50 of the DC-9-40 and 95 of the 737-200. I got the DC-9-40 so that I could get deliveries faster. I already have the A300B4 and am considering using the DC-10-15 or possibly a 747 with 555 (747-100) or 400 seats (747SP) instead.

[mxax-ai]

If your main aim is quick delivery for quick expansion and high profits, the economics of the individual plane type become irrelevant.

[Luft]

Sometimes, on a short route, (e.g. MSP-BNA), when I place a 747 on a route, it generates a higher profit than a 757. But some other times when I operate a pretty much equal route, the 757 or even 737 produces more profit (with more frequency, albeit). Why is that?

[Amadeus Inc.]

may be bigger aircraft burn more fuel, and charged higher landing fee. not sure though..