As mentioned by others, far too much is regulated not just at the US Federal level (DOT, FAA) but also internationally by ICAO, IATA and foreign government bodies.
The costs are astronomical, although I know many jets are being sold at huge discounts now.
If Trump out his resources I to Trump Shuttle again, I'd probably quit my current airline job and work for him. I'm about to be furloughed for the second time in a year at this job, anyway. Haven't actually worked since July 30th 2020. Really bums me out. I miss the fun, thrill, and speed of the job.
New airlines come and go in droves every year.
As mentioned by others, far too much is regulated not just at the US Federal level (DOT, FAA) but also internationally by ICAO, IATA and foreign government bodies.
The costs are astronomical, although I know many jets are being sold at huge discounts now.
If Trump out his resources I to Trump Shuttle again, I'd probably quit my current airline job and work for him. I'm about to be furloughed for the second time in a year at this job, anyway. Haven't actually worked since July 30th 2020. Really bums me out. I miss the fun, thrill, and speed of the job.