Really? I thought the 777-200ER didn't have the range to do that route. That's why Delta had to get the -LR version.
Originally Posted by
GimmeLegRoom
Given the high demand for Australia... I don't get why they would pull the 747 (and put them on what other, more profitable routes?).
Because the plane breaks down twice a week and they have to rebook everyone on Qantas? That's gotta cut into the ol' profit margins.
Besides, the ancient IFE-less 747 in economy is absolutely
awful and makes United Airlines a laughing stock on this side of the Pacific.