Steamroller,
I think it might be a bit shortsighted for some to jump to conclusions regarding IFLY. Whether you're viewing this as a three day affair or an investment it does seem likely, imo, that the company is heading into a " sweet spot."
You need to do a little DD to realize this company has and is executing their business model successfully. They are increasing their top line growth with each passing quarter and they are clearly beating their nearest competitor, Preview, without having installed their internet infrastructure, yet. As we speak it is in development. The buzz is that they will employ interactivity between their web site, the customer, and the customer service rep. ( one extra level of comfort for the customer who selects the airfare off the web but is too unsure about actually making the transaction ). Again, they are successful now without this added advantage.
As far as news ago, I haven't a clue. AT&T? Who knows. What I do know is that IFLY has the management team and superb boardroom experience to talk to anybody at any level. Check it out:
<<<George Warde Appointed Chairman of the Board of 800 Travel Systems,
Inc.
TAMPA, Fla., April 16 /PRNewswire/ -- 800 Travel Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: IFLY - news, IFLYW - news) announced the
appointment today of George A. Warde as Chairman of its Board of Directors.
Mr. Warde, a director of 800 Travel Systems, Inc. since October of 1997, is the former CEO of both American Airlines and
Continental Airlines, as well as the former President of Airbus Industries, the world's second largest aircraft manufacturer. Mr.
Warde currently serves as an advisor to numerous prominent aviation concerns around the world. Upon his appointment, Mr.
Warde said, ''I look fo
rward to leading the dedicated and competent management team of 800 Travel Systems, Inc. led by its
President Mark Mastrini, as it continues the phenomenal growth of its core business and embarks on its Internet venture; a
venture which I believe to have limitless potential.'' >>>
American Airlines, Airbus, Continental. Not too shabby.
Should be an interesting week.
Lazarre |
