Originally Posted by
rudyjb
I was thinking less about the launch of LAX-MNL and more about the higher fuel/oil prices caused by the situation in the Middle East as a factor that could determine long term viability of SEA-TPE for Delta. That said, it might look bad for Delta to axe any long-haul out of SEA at this time given that their long-haul network there right now is not exactly huge and their main competitor in Seattle is looking at expanding their long-haul network.
Well, fuel price affect all the airlines. I am not sure if it's better to leave the plane on the ground than flying somewhere? Like I said in the previous post, is there somewhere that's more profitable for Delta to fly from Seattle without more US-China routes over the pacific?
Though, I still believe if any airline is going to fold on this route, it will be Delta (but it remains to be seen).