Originally Posted by
shorthauldad
OP stated Y+, isn't it worth getting the TATL on BA metal for WTP?
Versus flying direct in MCE? Arguable for the overnight. Westbound I'd certainly take MCE direct over WTP + transfer in NYC + Y domestic.
Point was OP was saying if opting for AAdvantage it might be difficult to get 4 AA sectors flying ORD-LHR, when there's a very simple solution to that!
In any case I think BAEC is the best solution for OP's needs so AA sectors doesn't matter (except for extra TPs, but that's a different question!)