US AIRWAYS continues to think positive in spite of its serious financial problems (see last week”s ABTN) and is now planning for 2005. Philadelphia, which is a primary gateway to Europe (including LGW & MAN), the Caribbean, and Latin America is to gain 7% more flights to 495 each business day, 32% more than the same time last year. Out goes the traditional arrival and departure banks to be replaced by a steady flow of flights throughout the day. According to the airline this is expected to relieve airfield delays and increase operational efficiency. However the system is retained at Charlotte, US Airways largest hub, where flights will grow to 564 daily weekday departures from the current 495.
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