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Old Jun 19, 2015 | 9:06 am
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Originally Posted by cbn42
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think the LAX slots are subject to any onerous requirements to be used every day. DL (and others) could easily cut back the service seasonally. However, given how willing DOT was to re-allocate the SEA slot, they may be more cautious about doing so.

I'm just musing here, but is it possible to split a slot? For example, could DL fly to HND from LAX on some days and SEA on others, or does a slot at HND have to be used to fly only to one city?
DL's LAX slot is not subject to any special dormancy requirements other than the 90 day requirement.

DL has actually pushed for gateway flexibility with the HND slots in the past, but the DOT has rejected those requests.

I don't believe the effects of AA starting LAX-HND will kill DL's flight. AA will likely terminate its NRT service, so the number LAX-TYO seats will not necessarily rise.
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