Christmas Takes Flight (2021 TV Movie)

Andrew Airlie: Frank Beckett

Quotes 

• [In regards to Connor Airways CEO, Matt Hansen] 

  Frank Beckett : Uh, he's a very smart guy. with an incredible head for business, as far as I can tell.

• [In regards to Matt Hansen as a person] 

  Frank Beckett : Well, I found him a little stiff, maybe a little hard to read, but you know what? I could have caught him on a bad day.

• Matt Hansen : I'm here to assess operations and identify how best to streamline and incorporate Sundancer under the Connor Airways' umbrella.

  Frank Beckett : And Matt plans to expand Connor Airlines by beginning flying international come the new year.

  Jenny Beckett : Wow, international. Wow, you think big.

  Matt Hansen : Always.

• Jenny Beckett : And an even bigger one when he gets back. Keep me in the mix? He met me for two minutes.

  Charlie Beckett : Nobody knows how things work around Sundancer better than Jenny does.

  Frank Beckett : I'm sorry, sweetie. I assumed that I assumed that I made my intentions very clear with the sale.

  Jenny Beckett : It's fine, Dad. I just have to prove to him that I am best for the job.

• Jenny Beckett : Oh, I assumed I'd be part of the team. I'm sorry.

  Frank Beckett : It was always my intention that Jenny would remain on in a management role. I mean, given all of her experience both in the air and on the ground, she's the perfect person to oversee things.

  Matt Hansen : I see. I'm afraid I can't commit to that at this moment. I assure you

  Jenny Beckett : I am more than qualified for the position.

  Matt Hansen : I have no doubt. However, as the new CEO, to the board that really matters.

  [phone rings] 

  Matt Hansen : But I promise to keep you in the mix.

  [phone rings] 

  Matt Hansen : If you'll excuse me, I have a small fire to put out.

• Frank Beckett : I don't see how we can reduce the budget by 10% without forcing us to downsize personnel.

  Jenny Beckett : It's not your worry anymore, Dad. It's mine, remember?

• Jenny Beckett : Look at you. Right on time, as per usual. I wish our flights were as prompt as you are.

  Matt Hansen : Really? Why wasn't I aware of this issue? Delays in departure and arrival times have a negative impact on...

  Frank Beckett : Matt, she was joking.

• Matt Hansen : What's going on with this flight from Snowflake to Idaho Falls? Barely any seats have sold on the 23rd.Why don't we combine it with another option?

  Jenny Beckett : No! No. This is a regular stream of commuters from a local factory that always book last minute.

  Matt Hansen : So why don't we capitalize on that fact and raise fares?

  Frank Beckett : Uh, say, why don't you let Jenny drive you downtown? She can introduce you to some of our local advertisers.

  Matt Hansen : I have a conference call later this afternoon, but I suppose a little fresh air will do me good.