“Please adjust your jaw to its full upright position”
I love this quote from the ad on Skybus‘ homepage. This discount airline, modeled after Ryanair in Europe, plans to start running $10 flights and other things previously unheard of in these parts. The catch? As of right now, all flights originate or terminate in Columbus, OH. The other catch? You’re flying out of Bellingham. With a few more destinations, you might have me willing to drive–but keep in mind with the price of gas these days, how much less are you really paying if you drive to Bellingham and back? Personally I’m going to need a few more destinations first, but I do like that someone has taken the European model and tried to bring it here.
Also worth noting:
*They charge a fee to check bags. $5 each for the first two bags, $50 for each additional (this is per segment).
*They sell food and drink on board (as well as playing cards, pillows and blankets).
*You cannot bring any food or drink on the plane with you unless you have a specific dietary restriction (Kosher or Muslim) or a health condition (diabetes) or are a baby requiring formula.