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Old Nov 7, 2020 | 8:31 pm
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Originally Posted by MainlyMiles
Problem with the JFK via FRA route is that it occupies 3 aircraft at all times, quite a big ask among a fleet of 12 given that at least one will have to be effectively a standby or provide maintenance downtime cover.

If that route comes back I'd think it will be a Boeing 777-300ER at best (perhaps in years to come the newer 777-9).

Flagship routes like London and Sydney should keep the A380, the rest is anyone's guess.
Do you think there is the potential for an A380 flight from the west coast of the US?
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