American Eagle officials won't say just how flight bookings are going for the upcoming regional-jet service between Santa Fe and Dallas.

"It's too early to tell (how many people have booked flights), since we just started selling (tickets) not too long ago," said Andrea Huguely, spokeswoman for American Eagle, which will begin offering regional jet service between Santa Fe and Dallas on June 11.

"However, we are encouraged that the community will continue to book and support nonstop service to (Dallas/Fort Worth)," she said.

A recent look at American Airlines Web site indicates it could be a good deal to take American Eagle from Santa Fe rather than American Airlines from Albuquerque.

For example, booking a flight to Dallas from Santa Fe on June 15 with a return flight on June 20 costs $290.70 round trip, including taxes.

Using American Airlines from Albuquerque to Dallas and back for flights on the same days costs $253.70 round trip, including taxes — a difference of only $37.

Huguely said the savings on gas and time needed to drive to Albuquerque justify paying the higher prices for the Santa Fe jet service.


Investment executive, business broadcaster and author Mark Scheinbaum will host a "Wall Street briefing" about economic conditions and investment scandals on Saturday, April 25, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Angel Fire Community Center.

A resident of Angel Fire, Scheinbaum is managing director and chief investment strategist for the Boston Stock Exchange member LF Financial. He has more than 26 years experience as a financial planning, pension and retirement specialist.

Among the topics Scheinbaum will discuss are three recession strategies for investment recovery.

The program is free. Those expecting to attend are encouraged to mail or e-mail questions to Mbshine@aol.com or P.O. Box 2, Angel Fire, NM 87710.


Santa Fe's economic outlook improved slightly from 27th most competitive to 25th, according to a report from the American Legislative Exchange Council.

The study gives New Mexico high marks for new tax reductions but low marks for uncompetitive labor policies, excessive government bureaucracy, and the sixth-highest sales tax burden.

New Mexico is also close to Texas, Arizona and Colorado, all of which are more business friendly than the Land of Enchantment, the study said.

New York, by the way, is rated the least business friendly state.

Contact Bob Quick at 986-3011 or bobquick@sfnewmexican.com.