The question that remains out there is, 'is this merger going to work or is it just going to follow the pattern of all the other (airline industry) mergers and be something quite negative.

The frequent flier programs could very well be a major source of financial liquidity for the key carriers that have significant programs.

The frequent flyer programs could very well be a major source of financial liquidity for the key carriers that have significant programs.

The frequent-flier programs really were extremely successful because they generated for the first time brand loyalty, which you never had before. It gives them the opportunity to charge a premium over the low-cost carriers.

Wall Street continued to question the efficacy of Song because the company never released any financials. People felt that Song was a money-loser.

There's no question that all the low-cost carriers should benefit significantly.