Breeze Airways- New Airline, New Routes, Tix on Sale

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Breeze plans to reduce costs and expedite its launch by initially leasing 118-seat Embraer E195 jets from Azul, as well as 108-seat E190s from Nordic Aviation Capital. That means low capital costs to start. The airline is starting with 13 aircraft — 10 E190s, and three E195s.

The airline is also in agreement to purchase 60 new Airbus A220-300 jets, which can hold up to 160 passengers. Neeleman said he expects the first delivery in October, with one delivery a month after that through the next few years.

The A220s will primarily operate on routes longer than two hours.

Additionally, Neeleman said Breeze will lower expenses through automation and technology. For instance, customers will be able to handle pretty much anything related to their flight through an app, something Neeleman believes will reduce the need for check-in agents and phone representatives.

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“Our overhead costs are low. We’re using a ton of technology, all of our systems talk to each other, so we don’t need data entry people,” he added. “We don’t need big call centers with thousands of people.”

Neeleman said the airline should be able to break even on each flight with just 50 to 60 passengers on board.

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Breeze Airways says it aims to be the world’s nicest airline, which many would argue doesn’t really mix well with the carrier’s hiring practices, which have caused quite a bit of controversy:

Breeze has hired flight attendants in an unconventional way, requiring them to enroll in online university and live in company housing, which seems to be a way to discourage those with college degrees and/or families from working for the airline

Breeze is otherwise only hiring part-time flight attendants, which seems like a way to avoid providing benefits

Breeze is hiring pilots with what amounts to regional jet pilot pay, with significantly higher requirements; admittedly many pilots are desperate for jobs right now, but is that borderline exploitative?

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Breeze wants our Guests to be able to create the travel experience they desire. We offer optional services to customize your travel needs. Nicer fares may include certain products and are available to purchase with the Nice fare.

Personal Item
Guests may bring one personal item (such as a purse or a small backpack) that fits underneath the seat for no charge.


Carry-on and Checked Bags
Website/App: $20
$25 for flights longer than three hours
Airport: $50
Added by Guest Empowerment Team Member: $50


Overweight and Oversize Bags (in addition to the bag price)
51 to 71 pounds: $20
71 to 99 pounds: $50
63 to 80 overall inches: $50
Overweight and oversize bag prices are charged in addition to the price of the bag. Bags weighing over 99 pounds or measures more than 80 linear inches in overall dimensions (length + width + height) will not be accepted. Prices are per Guest per direction. Prices apply to ala carte purchases.
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Seat Assignments
The Nice Seat: $10-$30
The Nicer Seat: $20-$50
Guests traveling with small children (ages 2-12) are eligible for Family Seating.
If a seat assignment is not purchased one will be randomly assigned at check-in for free. Please note we cannot guarantee your party will be seated together.
Prices apply to ala carte purchases. Nicer fares may include certain products as part of the fare.
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Other Optional Services
Pet in Cabin: $75 per one way flight per pet carrier
Airport Printed Boarding Pass: $3 per boarding pass
Assistance by the Guest Empowerment Team: $9 per Guest

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