Originally Posted by
JulienMSP
Losing Narita is probably the real issue here as even that was quoted by one of the FA's when I asked why getting to Asia on DL is so annoying.
When did DL lose NRT and why? Are they getting it back?
Lots of stories out there about why Delta closed the NRT hub (and why it will not be coming back) -- more non-stop flights by other carriers between US and Asia as more capable twin engine aircraft with longer range became available and the opening of additional slots at HND.
https://crankyflier.com/2019/08/05/t...a-next-spring/
https://thepointsguy.com/news/sayona...tas-tokyo-hub/