What exactly is the difference between “non-contract” and “fee-per-departure” agreements?
“Non-contract” markets mean that SkyWest is responsible for the marketing, advertising, inventory control and revenue for a market. In a “fee-per-departure” agreement the major carrier holds the marketing responsibilities. SkyWest’s partners (whether AirTran, Delta or United) pay SkyWest an agreed-upon amount per flight departure with incentives for on-time performance, baggage handling and completed flights.
