Originally Posted by
rob_flies_ua
No, actually, they don't compete on NRT-ORD/IAD/LAX. They have anti-trust immunity and a joint venture that means that they actually share costs and revenues on those routes.
Quoting, lest this gets lost in the weeds. As ANA stated in their press release announcing the route:
"We will make full use of the efficiencies of the 787 as well as capitalizing on our close relationship with United and Continental Airlines to enhance the competitiveness of our joint ventures with these two Star Alliance partners."
http://www.ana.co.jp/wws/us/e/local/...11/111221.html
Another Smisek enhancement I guess
