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Re:Why hasn't commercial air travel gotten any faster since ... by WJW on Tuesday February 11, 2025 @08:02AM (#43012276)
How would a change in engine tech from jet to turboprop give more space to the passengers? Even if they are more efficient, that just means the airline can save on fuel but cram just as many paying passengers into the fuselage.

I also don't think "Many people would gladly pay for..." has been proven in the marketplace. If anything, the success of Ryanair, Easyjet and co has resoundingly proven that people will gladly suffer less spacious seating if it means paying less.

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Re:Why hasn't commercial air travel gotten any faster since ... by saelthavron on Tuesday February 11, 2025 @08:44AM (#43012642)
> I also don't think "Many people would gladly pay for..." has been proven in the marketplace. If anything, the success of Ryanair, Easyjet and co has resoundingly proven that people will gladly suffer less spacious seating if it means paying less.

Given the number of 7 hour flights I could find, I really don't think that proves anything except maybe people will pay more.

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