Because we don't have the financial position to buy new aircraft or (hire) more people, we have to get more assets from our other locations. Long Beach happens to be one of our lower-performing markets. It's a marginal route.
In accordance with our FAA approved manuals and procedures, the aircraft was subsequently dispatched. At no time was the safety of our passengers placed at risk.
a qualified mechanic was dispatched to the aircraft and conducted an inspection of the entire wing, finding no evidence of a fuel leak.