Here is a New York Times article about the Conservative movement. Take a skim. My thoughts are below.
The Wizard of Beck
These people (Leftist Media) have no idea. The reason McCain didn't win is BECAUSE he did not focus on the core Conservative beliefs. Had he done that there would have been better turn out and a real "Change" in Washington. Just look at it from my point of view. I voted for McCain out of necessity. I picked the lesser of two evils. McCain is NOT Conservative by any means but he leans WAY farther right than Obama. So I had a choice: don't vote, vote for Ron Paul (who had no chance anyway) or try to elect someone close to my beliefs, with a VP candidate who does hold REAL Conservative values.
I did not get excited about McCain's campaign until he brought Palin on board. Palin was the best thing to come out of his campaign. I think this sad fact was true for all real Conservatives everywhere. We were stuck between a rock and a hard place. Someone in the Presidential spot on the ticket who was trying to be a "uniter" and "appeaser" to the left. The last few years the Republicans have been the "party of appeasement". They are more concerned with growing their numbers and appealing to moderates than holding to their true Conservative beliefs. Look back at history. When is the last time the Republican Party was huge, popular, and won elections? The Regan Era. Why? He is a true uniter of the Conservative Spirit. He absolutely creamed Carter in 1980 and Mondale in 1984. That was not an accident. The people of this country want smaller and more accountable government. Give us the protection we need with a strong military, roads to drive on, and the freedom to pursue our dreams.
The more taxes the government takes from us, the harder it is to succeed. Investment and growth require capital. If the government takes 30+% of my paycheck, how can I ever be more than an indentured servant to this government? When will I be able to get enough capital behind me to start a business? I do not want "protection" from failing. In fact, if I have a bad idea, or run my business poorly, I WANT to fail! It will teach me the tough lessons that NEED to be learned for the future.
Rush, Hannity, Beck and Levin all have great power. But this power does not reside in the Republican circle. It resides in the Conservative circle. They preach core Conservative values. They do unite people. They do have millions of followers. They have loud voices, which is why people like the New York Times (and other liberal media outlets) are trying to discredit them. Why else would Obama have to call Hannity and Rush out by name on a weekly basis? Why else would they be concerned with Tea Parties and other rallies? They are running scared. They KNOW that the American People will not be blindly led forever. Obama does not care if he gets elected for a second term, so long as he, Pelosi and Reid pass enough Socialism on us now. Once we go down this road it will be extremely difficult to abandon it.
We need people who want to run on clear and divisive Conservative principles. They can not be afraid to be attacked by the leftist media, and have to stand up to the Statist regime. Thank you Mr. Levin, Mr. Hannity and most recently Mr. Beck. You have helped me to see the light. Before the 2008 election cycle I was a soft spoken Conservative. I held the right values and beliefs, I just was not willing to stand up and make my point heard. Now I am not afraid, I will not quit. I am going to put together a campaign and run on my core Conservative beliefs. I am going to promote the vision the founders have when they protected three core ideals, Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.
Look for more to come. This is only the beginning. We as Conservatives need to stand up and fight for our rights, spelled out in the Constitution, for limited and accountable government, liberty and freedom.
Thank you to all the service men and women who have risked their lives so that I may be free. Without the courageous actions of a few our entire society would be lost.
May God Bless you and May God Bless America.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Bought another stock
After selling my Boeing (NYSE:BA) stock a couple weeks ago I began researching a few companies. After all was said and done I decided to go with a tried and true company, General Electric (NYSE:GE). I felt that this stock had a great upside with minimal downside. It is trading in the mid $16 range. The last time it saw this price was right before a big run up in late 1996/early 1997. When it topped out on that run it was at nearly $60 per share.
I think the future is strong for GE as commercial aviation rebounds. As they begin to deliver more engines for the 787, 747-8 and A350 they will gain more market share. Their partnership in CFM (engines for the 737 and A320) will also lead to great profits. GE engines some of the greatest, and best selling, airplanes in the world. They also have a healthy lease/finance arm. As the market improves and people start traveling they will be able to raise lease rates on their aircraft. This in turn will lead to higher profits and more growth.
GE also pays solid dividends. These dividends are not in danger of going away, they have been paying them since June of 1987. The only downside is they have recently cut their dividends, from the $0.30 range down to $0.10. Short term this may be a bad thing for investors, however, GE is a solid company and will have the free cash flow to be able to pay these dividends without much trouble.
Overall, I think GE was a buy for me. Anytime you can get a solid Blue Chip under $20 it should be considered. GE was purchased for the long haul, not an overnight turn. It will form a small base with constant dividends and slow maturity to be a healthy part of my portfolio.
I think the future is strong for GE as commercial aviation rebounds. As they begin to deliver more engines for the 787, 747-8 and A350 they will gain more market share. Their partnership in CFM (engines for the 737 and A320) will also lead to great profits. GE engines some of the greatest, and best selling, airplanes in the world. They also have a healthy lease/finance arm. As the market improves and people start traveling they will be able to raise lease rates on their aircraft. This in turn will lead to higher profits and more growth.
GE also pays solid dividends. These dividends are not in danger of going away, they have been paying them since June of 1987. The only downside is they have recently cut their dividends, from the $0.30 range down to $0.10. Short term this may be a bad thing for investors, however, GE is a solid company and will have the free cash flow to be able to pay these dividends without much trouble.
Overall, I think GE was a buy for me. Anytime you can get a solid Blue Chip under $20 it should be considered. GE was purchased for the long haul, not an overnight turn. It will form a small base with constant dividends and slow maturity to be a healthy part of my portfolio.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Update...
It has been a busy month here in Everett. After finishing up my 4th class for my MBA I have begun my thesis. I am writing a business plan for a start-up airline. I have the human resources part written. Now I have to turn the data I extracted and projected into a written paper. Numbers look good so far. I hope the investors go for it.
I should start posting a little more regularly once the crazy overtime is finished at work.
I should start posting a little more regularly once the crazy overtime is finished at work.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Larry Kellner to step down as Chairman and CEO of Continental Airlines
Press Release
On January 1, 2010 Larry Kellner will turn over control of the fifth largest airline in the world to Jeff Smisek, when he will return to the financial industry to lead a new private investment firm in Houston named Emerald Creek Group. Mr. Kellner has been the Chairman and CEO of Continental for the past five years. He took over for Gordon Bethune. Mr. Kellner has been a great leader through some very difficult times for the company. Since Mr. Kellner came from a financial background, he leaves behind a financially sound corporation. It is one of the best capitalized and most liquid airlines in the world.
Overall Continental is set up for success, and Jeff Smisek is set up to take Continental to the next level. He has great management skills and knows the industry inside and out. He has proven to be a great asset to the company since he came on board in 1995. With his operations background he is the perfect person to help the company reduce their operating costs and bring their Cost per Available Seat Mile (CASM) in line with the other airlines in the United States.
The CASM problem Continental has is rooted mostly in their over reliance on Regional Jets. Continental currently has 251 Regional Jets under contract with ExpressJet and Chautauqua Airlines. They operate 234 ERJ-145 and 17 CRJ-200 aircraft on behalf of Continental. (Continental Fleet Page).
How do Continental and Jeff Smisek solve this problem?
The first step is to find a way to remove some of the Regional Jet flying. Continental currently operates 14 Bombadier Q-400's, which are based at their hub in Newark. These airplanes are much more economical than Regional Jets since they have turbo-prop engines. They also have a total capacity of 74 passengers, which is 24 more than that of the Regional Jets Continental contracts. The Q-400's offer Continental reduced CASM due to the added capacity and more efficient engines.
Continental should deploy additional planes on all routes within approximately 600 miles from each of their hubs. By flying these planes to close in destinations from Houston, Newark and Cleveland, Continental will be able to remove some Regional Jets from service. Although there is a speed advantage, of almost 100 miles per hour, with the Regional Jets when compared with the Q-400's the shorter flights are approximately the same block time. This is because the Regional Jet gets its advantage at cruise speed and altitude. Shorter flights spend most of their time in assent and descent. This cancels any speed advantage the Regional Jet might obtain through its faster speed during cruise. These Q-400's are also able to operate from shorter runways, and can help reduce delays at the nation's conjested airports.
The other way to replace Regional Jets is to purchase jets in the 90-110 seat range. These could take the form of the Embraer 195's. The difficult part of this is that these planes would have to be flown with mainline crews because of the scope clause in the pilot contract at Continental. While this would increase the operational cost of the airplane, Continental would gain a huge benefit. They would be able to replace Regional Jet flying to destinations that are not large enough for their smallest mainline plane, the 114 seat 737-500. Continental is currently in the process of retiring their classic 737 fleet. Once this happens, and the 737-300/-500's are all retired the smallest plane in the fleet will be the 124 seat 737-700. By taking on planes in the 90-110 seat range, Continental will be able to right size markets and reduce some redundancy in service. This will help Continental save some of the additional cost of the mainline crews.
Continental can significantly reduce their CASM and increase the benefit to their bottom line by making these two moves. It is not an easy sell, and will not be an easy transition, but the faster Continental moves away from more expensive Regional Jet flying the sooner they will reduce their cost structure.
Overall Continental is a solid airline with sound financials. With a few small changes at the start of Jeff Smisek's induction as Chairman and Cheif Executive. With Mr. Smisek's solid operational background and knowledge of industry forces Continental should be poised to make a solid leap forward. Through the continuation of Gordon Bethune's "Go Forward Plan" Continental will continue to prosper for many years to come.
On January 1, 2010 Larry Kellner will turn over control of the fifth largest airline in the world to Jeff Smisek, when he will return to the financial industry to lead a new private investment firm in Houston named Emerald Creek Group. Mr. Kellner has been the Chairman and CEO of Continental for the past five years. He took over for Gordon Bethune. Mr. Kellner has been a great leader through some very difficult times for the company. Since Mr. Kellner came from a financial background, he leaves behind a financially sound corporation. It is one of the best capitalized and most liquid airlines in the world.
Overall Continental is set up for success, and Jeff Smisek is set up to take Continental to the next level. He has great management skills and knows the industry inside and out. He has proven to be a great asset to the company since he came on board in 1995. With his operations background he is the perfect person to help the company reduce their operating costs and bring their Cost per Available Seat Mile (CASM) in line with the other airlines in the United States.
The CASM problem Continental has is rooted mostly in their over reliance on Regional Jets. Continental currently has 251 Regional Jets under contract with ExpressJet and Chautauqua Airlines. They operate 234 ERJ-145 and 17 CRJ-200 aircraft on behalf of Continental. (Continental Fleet Page).
How do Continental and Jeff Smisek solve this problem?
The first step is to find a way to remove some of the Regional Jet flying. Continental currently operates 14 Bombadier Q-400's, which are based at their hub in Newark. These airplanes are much more economical than Regional Jets since they have turbo-prop engines. They also have a total capacity of 74 passengers, which is 24 more than that of the Regional Jets Continental contracts. The Q-400's offer Continental reduced CASM due to the added capacity and more efficient engines.
Continental should deploy additional planes on all routes within approximately 600 miles from each of their hubs. By flying these planes to close in destinations from Houston, Newark and Cleveland, Continental will be able to remove some Regional Jets from service. Although there is a speed advantage, of almost 100 miles per hour, with the Regional Jets when compared with the Q-400's the shorter flights are approximately the same block time. This is because the Regional Jet gets its advantage at cruise speed and altitude. Shorter flights spend most of their time in assent and descent. This cancels any speed advantage the Regional Jet might obtain through its faster speed during cruise. These Q-400's are also able to operate from shorter runways, and can help reduce delays at the nation's conjested airports.
The other way to replace Regional Jets is to purchase jets in the 90-110 seat range. These could take the form of the Embraer 195's. The difficult part of this is that these planes would have to be flown with mainline crews because of the scope clause in the pilot contract at Continental. While this would increase the operational cost of the airplane, Continental would gain a huge benefit. They would be able to replace Regional Jet flying to destinations that are not large enough for their smallest mainline plane, the 114 seat 737-500. Continental is currently in the process of retiring their classic 737 fleet. Once this happens, and the 737-300/-500's are all retired the smallest plane in the fleet will be the 124 seat 737-700. By taking on planes in the 90-110 seat range, Continental will be able to right size markets and reduce some redundancy in service. This will help Continental save some of the additional cost of the mainline crews.
Continental can significantly reduce their CASM and increase the benefit to their bottom line by making these two moves. It is not an easy sell, and will not be an easy transition, but the faster Continental moves away from more expensive Regional Jet flying the sooner they will reduce their cost structure.
Overall Continental is a solid airline with sound financials. With a few small changes at the start of Jeff Smisek's induction as Chairman and Cheif Executive. With Mr. Smisek's solid operational background and knowledge of industry forces Continental should be poised to make a solid leap forward. Through the continuation of Gordon Bethune's "Go Forward Plan" Continental will continue to prosper for many years to come.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Republic Airways on a shopping spree
http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=131107&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=1301620&highlight=
http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=131107&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=1301191&highlight=
Introduction
Republic Airways is led by a talented group of executives. Within the past week they have purchased Midwest and Frontier Airlines. The Frontier deal still needs approval from the Bankruptcy court where their case has been filed. There does not appear to be any other bidders for Frontier in this deal. Frontier declared bankruptcy over a year ago. They have done a remarkable job turning their operation around and are now profitable. That says a lot about an operation when facing stiff competition on their home turf. Denver has three dominant carriers, Frontier, United, and Southwest. This is the smallest market to have three airlines hubbed at its airport. JFK, in New York City, has Delta, JetBlue and American. LAX, in Los Angeles, has American, United and Southwest.
Republic will be forced to operate Frontier and Midwest on a separate certificate to avoid scope clauses in their contracts with other major airlines. Republic now has some serious questions to answer.
Risks:
This is a large integration and a risky venture. Besides taking on a lot of new headaches (mergers are never easy, just ask Doug Parker at US Airways) Republic risks angering their partners. When contracts come up for renewal a major carrier like Continental may choose not to renew their regional flying with Republic because they are now competing on a larger scale with the same company. This could cause Republic some growing pains until the operation is large enough to sustain itself. If these contracts are not renewed it is possible that Republic will be left paying a lot of expensive leases on planes they are unable to fly. This cost can add up fast and may force the company into bankruptcy. Excessive debt is another problem. As we have seen with Mesa Airlines in the past year excessive debt could really down a company fast. If payments can not be made Republic may be forced to settle with the debt holders and risks angering their stock holders.
Mitigating that risk
Republic is in a unique situation. Midwest was already being wound down and was planning on removing their 717's before this deal. Midwest had become a shell of its former self. There are very few people left on staff, so integration should be rather simple from a human resources point of view. Frontier already has the authority to do all the flying Republic will require, so it should be almost as simple as relocating some mainline flying to cover the largest markets Midwest currently serves. In the event that contracts are not renewed Republic has a few places it can place airplanes. Its joint venture in Hawaii is one place they can go besides the new integrated Frontier/Midwest operation. These two options should allow enough growth to mitigate any risk Republic will run by angering their other partners.
What do you do with the Midwest operation?
The 717's are all leaving, to be replaced by Republic EMB-190's. Midwest was on path to become a shell for Republic to deploy some assets as they came off contract from other carriers. Regional Jets are at a cost disadvantage when compared to the other airlines' larger, mainline fleets. Southwest is moving into Milwaukee and will pose formidable competition for Midwest.
What do you do with the Frontier operation?
Frontier has a lot of competition in Denver, which is their only hub. Southwest has grown exponentially since entering the market, and United is still a formidable opponent that will continue to defend their turf. Frontier has turned their operation around in the past year, and is currently making a profit. They have taken some great steps with ancillary revenue and have a strong management team in place.
My expectations
If I was in charge of this integration I would take the following steps:
1) Execute an immediate code-sharing agreement between Midwest and Frontier. Use this to cross promote flights and market services for both airlines across the newly formed system.
2) Distribute the larger aircraft (A320 Series) to biggest markets. This will ensure the best return for the airline and will help Republic begin to grow and integrate the network. While redistributing the A320 series planes, reduce unprofitable service from Denver, Milwaukee, and Kansas City. Use this opportunity to right size the fleet and services. There is a possibility here of reducing Kansas City to a focus city or just a spoke.
3) Merge the airlines under one brand. Use one certificate to manage all of this flying and use the extra certificate to obtain new code-share agreements with other airlines. This will help them avoid more scope clause issues and put more planes into service. Use this time to implement the best features from the separate airlines across the system, while getting rid of the worst attributes. This will help the new airline gain notoriety as customer focused and a good value for the customers money. It will also help the new airline be profitable and compete successfully in a difficult market.
4) Introduce new flights to destinations already served by either airline. This will increase productivity and open new markets for both airlines. Also be sure to increase service between hubs in order to increase connectivity.
5) Grow the Denver and Milwaukee market to obtain proper economies of scale in order to better compete with the major airlines. Use this opportunity to open new markets and solidify their position in their current markets. This is a perfect time to create good connectivity from between the coasts. With two well positioned hubs, in Denver and Milwaukee, the new airline should be able to compete with the other majors.
6) Open a new hub on the East Coast to grow their operation and become a national airline. As the airline becomes larger it will be less susceptible to competition from new entrants in a market. It will also give them the economics to reduce their Cost per Available Seat Mile. By spreading their fixed costs across more seats and more markets the airline will be profitable at lower prices and be able to gain market share with reduced prices.
Conclusions
This plan will take many years to implement and it will not be an easy road. Republic is in a unique position to capitalize on a down market. They are getting two airlines at fantastic prices because of the economic troubles in the world. If Republic commits to their plan (whichever plan they choose) and it works the company stands to make a great deal of profit. If the new airline can remain profitable for a short time Republic might even be able to spin them off in an IPO and make some serious cash in a short amount of time.
Republic is one of the largest and best run regional airlines in the country. I am very excited to see how they compete with the majors. These large, national airlines will defend turf harshly. They do not want new entrants making inroads to their markets. We have entered a new era of aviation, where regional airlines are expanding their reach and operations. Republic is on the leading edge of the market and will be the guinea pig for the new airline industry.
http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=131107&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=1301191&highlight=
Introduction
Republic Airways is led by a talented group of executives. Within the past week they have purchased Midwest and Frontier Airlines. The Frontier deal still needs approval from the Bankruptcy court where their case has been filed. There does not appear to be any other bidders for Frontier in this deal. Frontier declared bankruptcy over a year ago. They have done a remarkable job turning their operation around and are now profitable. That says a lot about an operation when facing stiff competition on their home turf. Denver has three dominant carriers, Frontier, United, and Southwest. This is the smallest market to have three airlines hubbed at its airport. JFK, in New York City, has Delta, JetBlue and American. LAX, in Los Angeles, has American, United and Southwest.
Republic will be forced to operate Frontier and Midwest on a separate certificate to avoid scope clauses in their contracts with other major airlines. Republic now has some serious questions to answer.
Risks:
This is a large integration and a risky venture. Besides taking on a lot of new headaches (mergers are never easy, just ask Doug Parker at US Airways) Republic risks angering their partners. When contracts come up for renewal a major carrier like Continental may choose not to renew their regional flying with Republic because they are now competing on a larger scale with the same company. This could cause Republic some growing pains until the operation is large enough to sustain itself. If these contracts are not renewed it is possible that Republic will be left paying a lot of expensive leases on planes they are unable to fly. This cost can add up fast and may force the company into bankruptcy. Excessive debt is another problem. As we have seen with Mesa Airlines in the past year excessive debt could really down a company fast. If payments can not be made Republic may be forced to settle with the debt holders and risks angering their stock holders.
Mitigating that risk
Republic is in a unique situation. Midwest was already being wound down and was planning on removing their 717's before this deal. Midwest had become a shell of its former self. There are very few people left on staff, so integration should be rather simple from a human resources point of view. Frontier already has the authority to do all the flying Republic will require, so it should be almost as simple as relocating some mainline flying to cover the largest markets Midwest currently serves. In the event that contracts are not renewed Republic has a few places it can place airplanes. Its joint venture in Hawaii is one place they can go besides the new integrated Frontier/Midwest operation. These two options should allow enough growth to mitigate any risk Republic will run by angering their other partners.
What do you do with the Midwest operation?
The 717's are all leaving, to be replaced by Republic EMB-190's. Midwest was on path to become a shell for Republic to deploy some assets as they came off contract from other carriers. Regional Jets are at a cost disadvantage when compared to the other airlines' larger, mainline fleets. Southwest is moving into Milwaukee and will pose formidable competition for Midwest.
What do you do with the Frontier operation?
Frontier has a lot of competition in Denver, which is their only hub. Southwest has grown exponentially since entering the market, and United is still a formidable opponent that will continue to defend their turf. Frontier has turned their operation around in the past year, and is currently making a profit. They have taken some great steps with ancillary revenue and have a strong management team in place.
My expectations
If I was in charge of this integration I would take the following steps:
1) Execute an immediate code-sharing agreement between Midwest and Frontier. Use this to cross promote flights and market services for both airlines across the newly formed system.
2) Distribute the larger aircraft (A320 Series) to biggest markets. This will ensure the best return for the airline and will help Republic begin to grow and integrate the network. While redistributing the A320 series planes, reduce unprofitable service from Denver, Milwaukee, and Kansas City. Use this opportunity to right size the fleet and services. There is a possibility here of reducing Kansas City to a focus city or just a spoke.
3) Merge the airlines under one brand. Use one certificate to manage all of this flying and use the extra certificate to obtain new code-share agreements with other airlines. This will help them avoid more scope clause issues and put more planes into service. Use this time to implement the best features from the separate airlines across the system, while getting rid of the worst attributes. This will help the new airline gain notoriety as customer focused and a good value for the customers money. It will also help the new airline be profitable and compete successfully in a difficult market.
4) Introduce new flights to destinations already served by either airline. This will increase productivity and open new markets for both airlines. Also be sure to increase service between hubs in order to increase connectivity.
5) Grow the Denver and Milwaukee market to obtain proper economies of scale in order to better compete with the major airlines. Use this opportunity to open new markets and solidify their position in their current markets. This is a perfect time to create good connectivity from between the coasts. With two well positioned hubs, in Denver and Milwaukee, the new airline should be able to compete with the other majors.
6) Open a new hub on the East Coast to grow their operation and become a national airline. As the airline becomes larger it will be less susceptible to competition from new entrants in a market. It will also give them the economics to reduce their Cost per Available Seat Mile. By spreading their fixed costs across more seats and more markets the airline will be profitable at lower prices and be able to gain market share with reduced prices.
Conclusions
This plan will take many years to implement and it will not be an easy road. Republic is in a unique position to capitalize on a down market. They are getting two airlines at fantastic prices because of the economic troubles in the world. If Republic commits to their plan (whichever plan they choose) and it works the company stands to make a great deal of profit. If the new airline can remain profitable for a short time Republic might even be able to spin them off in an IPO and make some serious cash in a short amount of time.
Republic is one of the largest and best run regional airlines in the country. I am very excited to see how they compete with the majors. These large, national airlines will defend turf harshly. They do not want new entrants making inroads to their markets. We have entered a new era of aviation, where regional airlines are expanding their reach and operations. Republic is on the leading edge of the market and will be the guinea pig for the new airline industry.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Blowout sale at CJ's Diecast
Here is the flier I just posted on my website.
http://www.cjsdiecast.com/blowout.html
Another blowout sale is here at CJ's Diecast!!!
These prices are good from now until all models are sold.
All items are new in box unless otherwise stated.
Pictures of actual models available upon request.
Quantity in stock is 1 unless otherwise noted.
First come first served.
I will match any prices found on the internet (except eBay). To be elegible you must include a link to the store's page for the product.
If there is a model listed as new and used please specify which one you would like to purchase.
All used models are in good condition and pictures can be provided upon request.
Prices listed are lowest available. Trades considered as well.
Domestic United States orders will receive the following shipping prices:
1/400 and 1/500 Scale:
$5.00 for the first model and $0.75 for each additional model.
5x Display stands will ship for $5.00.
If one display stand is bought with an airplane it will ship in the same box for free.
1/200 Scale:
$7.00 for the first model and $1.00 for each additional model.
All orders over $100 will qualify for FREE USPS Priority Mail.
All shipments are via USPS Priority Mail.
International customers please contact me for a quote to your country.
I ship exclusively through USPS Priority Mail International as it is Insured and has tracking available.
Shipping rates will vary, but you will only be charged actual costs.
Orders over $100 will receive a discount of $10 off USPS Priority Mail International rates.
I will update this list items sell.
PayPal, checks, money orders accepted.
If paying by check items will ship after check clears my account (typically 5 business days).
If you have questions feel free to email!
If you are looking for something not on the list please let me know so I can try to get it for you.
Thanks for looking!!
-Chris
I also have a 1:24 scale Stock Car. Tony Stewart Home Depot Car from Action Collectibles. This was his 2004 car. I am asking $35 for this item and it will ship at 1/200 scale pricing.
NEW ADDITIONS 1/400 Scale Aircraft
| Model Maker | Description | Item # | Price |
| Gemini Jets | Air Transat A330-200 from St. Marten 3-Pack (This is an individual plane just in the plastic cradle, I do not have the box) | GJSXMSET1 | $15.00 |
| Gemini Jets | America West 757-200 Last Colors | GJAWE696 | $20.00 |
| Jet-x | Braniff International 720 Green | JX113 | $15.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Continental Connection (Colgan Air) Q-400 (x2) | GJCOA863 | $19.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Continental Express (Expressjet) ERJ-145 (x5) SOLD OUT AT DISTRIBUTORS AND OTHER RETAILERS | GJCOA623 | $30.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Delta Connection ERJ-145 "800th ERJ" Scheme (x2) SOLD OUT AT DISTRIBUTORS AND OTHER RETAILERS | GJDAL618 | $30.00 |
| US Airways A319 "Eagles" Scheme | $20.00 |
1/400 Scale Aircraft
| Model Maker | Description | Item # | Price |
| Gemini Jets | Air Wisconsin BAE-146 | GJAWI760 | $15.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Alaska Airlines 737-900 (x2) | GJASA818 | $22.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Aloha Airlines 737-200 Last Colors (X2) | GJAAH455 | $22.00 |
| Gemini Jets | American Airlines 737-800 Winglets | GJAAL914 | $21.00 |
| Gemini Jets | American Airlines 777-200 | GJAAL328 | $25.00 |
| Gemini Jets | American Airlines MD-11 | GJAAL262 | $20.00 |
| Gemini Jets | America West Airlines A320 Last Colors | GJAWE531 | $22.00 |
| Gemini Jets | America West Airlines CRJ-200 Last Colors | GJAWE514 | $16.00 |
| Gemini Jets | ATA DC-10 Silver | GJATA632 | $20.00 |
| Gemini Jets | British Airways 747-400 "One World" | GJBAW917 | $29.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Continental Airlines 757-300 Current Colors | GJCOA896 | $19.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Continental Airlines DC-10 Current Colors | GJCOA080 | $20.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Delta Air Lines 757-200 New Colors | GJDAL884 | $19.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Delta Air Lines 777-200 (x2) | GJDAL777 | $25.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Delta Air Lines (Connection) EMB-170 "DF" (x2) | HE561877 | $17.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Emirates Airlines A380 (x2) | GJUAW650 | $30.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Emirates Airlines 777-300 | GJUAE895 | $23.00 |
| Gemini Jets | FedEx 757-200F (x2) | GJFDX828 | $21.00 |
| Gemini Jets | PeoplExpress 727-200 | GJPEX794 | $17.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Southwest Airlines 737-700 Winglets IL One | GJSWA897 | $18.00 |
| Gemini Jets | United Airlines CRJ-700 New Colors | GJUAL868 | $17.00 |
| Gemini Jets | US Airways 737-400 New Colors (x3) | GJUSA898 | $19.00 |
| Gemini Jets | US Airways 767-200 Blue Colors | GJUSA426 | $19.00 |
| Gemini Jets | US Airways 767-200 Blue Colors Used | GJUSA426 | $12.00 |
| Gemini Jets | US Airways A319 Cardinals | GJUSA890 | $19.00 |
| Gemini Jets | US Airways A321 New Colors | GJUSA899 | $19.00 |
| Gemini Jets | US Airways BAE-146 Chrome/Maroon | GJUSA762 | $17.00 |
| Gemini Jets | US Airways CRJ-200 Blue Colors | GJUSA334 | $17.00 |
| Gemini Jets | US Airways CRJ-700 Blue Colors (x2) | GJUSA908 | $20.00 |
1/400 Scale Accessories
Model Maker | Description | Item # | Price |
| Gemini Jets | Airbridge Set 1 (6 Narrowbody) (x3) | GJARBRDG1 | $15.50 |
| Gemini Jets | Airbridge Set 2 (3 Widebody) (x3) | GJARBRDG2 | $15.50 |
| Gemini Jets | Chrome Stand (x5) | GJSTD777 | $4.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Winter Service Vehicles Pack (x3) | HE560443 | $15.50 |
1/200 Scale Models
Model Maker | Description | Item # | Price |
| Inflight 200 | Aer Lingus 737-200 | IF732017 | $60.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Aer Lingus A321 | G2EIN058 | $49.00 |
| Gemini Jets | AirTran 737-700 Winglets (x2) | G2TRS064 | $49.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Delta Air Lines 737-800 Winglets "Delta Flot" | G2DAL065 | $42.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Delta Air Lines 757-200 Widget | G2DAL061 | $53.00 |
| Inflight 200 | Iberia DC-9 "EC-BIH" | IF932017 | $55.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Monarch A321 | G2MON016 | $35.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Qantas Link DASH-8 Q-100 | G2QFA152 | $35.00 |
| Gemini Jets | Southwest Airlines 737-700 Winglets Maryland One | G2SWA063 | $42.00 |
| Gemini Jets | United Airlines A319 Grey Colors | G2UAL019 | $42.00 |
1/500 Scale Models (ALL USED)
Model Maker | Description | Item # | Price |
| Herpa Wings | Air Canada A330-300 | HE508391 | $5.00 |
| Herpa Wings | American Airlines 737-800 Retro | HE505765 | $5.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Boeing 727-100 House Colors "Boeing Milestone Series" | HE510820 | $10.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Boeing 737-400 House Colors | HE501293 | $5.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Boeing 737-500 House Colors | HE505444 | $5.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Boeing 737-600 House Colors | HE511056 | $5.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Boeing 737-700 House Colors | HE511063 | $5.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Boeing 737-800 House Colors (x2) | HE511070 | $5.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Boeing 757-200 House Colors (x2) | HE503679 | $5.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Boeing 767-300 House Colors | HE502832 | $5.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Delta Air Lines MD-11 1997 Scheme | HE503327 | $5.00 |
| Herpa Wings | Lufthansa 747-400 "Berlin" Exclusive | HE516112 | $5.00 |
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Linn Energy (LINE)
http://news.moneycentral.msn.com/provider/providerarticle.aspx?feed=ACBJ&date=20090611&id=10003095
Some apparent neutral news here on my largest holding Linn Energy (NASDAQ:LINE). Mark Ellis will take the helm in January and replace Michael Linn as CEO. Ellis is currently President and COO of the company. Linn will stay on as Executive Chairman of the Board.
Not bad news by any stretch as Linn has done a fantastic job running this company and will not go completely hands off. When Ellis takes the helm in January he will have about 3 years in the COO position behind him, so hopefully some good experience. Ellis has been in the industry for many years and has served in leadership roles in some large multi-national companies.
I am excited to see what direction Ellis steers the company towards. LINE is a very solid stock with a great dividend ($0.63/share last quarter) which yields just about 12.5% at the present time. Michael Linn has said the dividend is secure for the next three years as they are hedged near 100% for the next three years.
Overall not a bad spot for profits. I bought in at $16.39 a little over a month ago and the stock is hovering around $20. No complaints here!
Some apparent neutral news here on my largest holding Linn Energy (NASDAQ:LINE). Mark Ellis will take the helm in January and replace Michael Linn as CEO. Ellis is currently President and COO of the company. Linn will stay on as Executive Chairman of the Board.
Not bad news by any stretch as Linn has done a fantastic job running this company and will not go completely hands off. When Ellis takes the helm in January he will have about 3 years in the COO position behind him, so hopefully some good experience. Ellis has been in the industry for many years and has served in leadership roles in some large multi-national companies.
I am excited to see what direction Ellis steers the company towards. LINE is a very solid stock with a great dividend ($0.63/share last quarter) which yields just about 12.5% at the present time. Michael Linn has said the dividend is secure for the next three years as they are hedged near 100% for the next three years.
Overall not a bad spot for profits. I bought in at $16.39 a little over a month ago and the stock is hovering around $20. No complaints here!
Sunday, June 7, 2009
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Welcome!!!!!
Welcome to Crash's Business Briefs Blog. I will periodically create new entries about happenings in the business world. Most of the posts will be related to aviation, my investing activities, and my small business, CJ's Diecast.
If you have questions post them here or drop me an email and I will respond. I look forward to having some good discussions and debates with everyone in the future. Thanks for checking out my blog!
-Chris
If you have questions post them here or drop me an email and I will respond. I look forward to having some good discussions and debates with everyone in the future. Thanks for checking out my blog!
-Chris
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