Northeast Airlines is a profitable US airline started in 1981 with 15,000 employees. It focuses on low costs, good service, and selective recruiting. Strengths include the lowest costs, good management, high customer satisfaction, and an efficient workforce. Weaknesses are lack of diversification, potential reduction in passenger comfort from cost cuts, and less security from fewer employees. Opportunities lie in excellent customer service, motivating employees, and attracting customers through lower fares as competitors struggle. Threats are frequent flights by competitors, potential low salaries copying Northeast's culture, and lack of relaxation for business class travelers.