Originally Posted by
entropy
Again, CO prefers frequency over capacity, it is evident in almost every operation they run. But yes, NYC-TLV is a *huge* market (typically one of CO's strongest). TLV cargo is big, so they want both the seat-space and the cargo space. I'd put more money on a 744 upgauge than 380s. They have markets that support the 744 effectively, but the 380 is a big step up that won't work on many other routes. TLV is a bit unique in its revenue properties in that there are strong yields in coach, and strong yields in both business-business (High-tech and now energy) and leisure-business (wealthy Jews) , AND strong cargo.
The 744 "upgauge" suggestion doesn't make any sense for a cargo-heavy market since it would be a reduction in saleable cargo space. The 744 and 772 have about the same cargo hold volume and more of the 747 cargo hold would be taken by bags for the additional 75-100 passengers (you'd lose at least 2-3 LD1s).
Originally Posted by
jhayes_1780
Side question:
If the EU carbon emissions issues withstands the challenge, and becomes rule/law...
does the A380 then bring anything to the table?
The EU carbon scheme "ETS" is a non-starter. As proposed it's clearly prohibited by the Chicago convention.