Originally Posted by
luvsbucks
Why? The LR is a fine aircraft.
Why?
Because DL would likely receive 77Ls at favorably terms to give up some of NW's early 787 delivery slots. Also, there are really only a handful on existing DL/NW routes where the 787's range is needed.
DL can replace 747s with 777s and extend the lives of the 767s by taking a play from the NW handbook and completing an extensive refurbishment (plus adding winglets).