What are the disadvantages of regional airlines?

There are a few cons with flying for the regionals. Typically, the regional airlines pay less than the LCCs. Regional airlines can be very volatile. Bankruptcy can be rampant, especially during economic downturns and the major airlines give the contracted flying to other regional airlines.



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