Originally Posted by
ShadowCaptain
I think they'll look very closely at the demographic who travel during the 'trial' period. They'll need to adjust figures to compensate for the summer holiday figures to try and work out what business would look like outside the holiday season. I'd be looking at how wide the catchment area is, how many people are connecting, and how many business travelers they get - it will be really interesting to see how business class sells on this route. If those figures look good, then we are in with a shot. If it's just families on their jollies, I figure it will only be a temporary service.
Well, I'll likely shift my plans to fit within the window when I go this summer, so count 3+ business tickets during the direct flight time period.
Even if it's temporary (which I suspect it will be), it will still make sense to take advantage of the route while it lasts since I have to go anyway. And the take off / arrival times all look pretty convenient, actually.
Otherwise I'd be flying BA to ease the connection from London. Best case I'd connect via Oslo on SAS.
So yay United.
Thanks for the insight.