Yes, I agree with you about the mx. That is my point though-- I just hope BLTA has enough capital to cover mx.
I see they have several reserved N-Numbers so this is good news for the whole backup aircraft situtation:
"559EV 21035 BOEING 747-200 BALTIA AIRLINES INC
705BL BALTIA AIR LINES
706BL BALTIA AIR LINES
707BL BALTIA AIR LINES
708BL BALTIA AIR LINES
709BL BALTIA AIR LINES
7308B BALTIA AIR LINES INC"
I agree -- the DC-9 is an amazing aircraft. Amazing how Delta is still operating the Northwest birds, some of while Delta sold to Northwest decades ago and now they have back!