Aug 14, 2019, 11:04 am
Last edit by: joejones
List of Tail Numbers with the new configuration
JA784A
JA785A
JA787A
JA788A
JA793A
JA794A
JA795A
JA796A
JA797A
JA798A
Current routes with new product:
All frequencies:
Select/most frequencies--see latest posts for more details as the schedule can vary by month:
JA784A
JA785A
JA787A
JA788A
JA793A
JA794A
JA795A
JA796A
JA797A
JA798A
Current routes with new product:
All frequencies:
- HND-LHR-HND NH211/212
- HND-JFK-HND NH110/109/160/159
Select/most frequencies--see latest posts for more details as the schedule can vary by month:
- NRT-SFO-NRT NH8/7
- HND-ORD-HND NH112/111
- NRT-ORD-NRT NH12/11
- HND-PEK-HND NH961/962
New 777-300ER (77W) F/C/PY/Y Seating (consolidated)
Sep 22, 2025 | 1:25 pm
#1591
Join Date: Dec 2010
Posts: 2,791
When are you seeing this swap? I don't see the 777 operating to IAD on any days. Thanks
Sep 22, 2025 | 5:31 pm
#1592
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: TYO / WAS / NYC
Programs: American Express got a hit man lookin' for me
Posts: 5,251
Sep 22, 2025 | 10:35 pm
#1593
Join Date: Aug 2019
Programs: UA*G
Posts: 234
Sep 29, 2025 | 9:47 am
#1595
Join Date: Nov 2023
Location: SFO, LAX, SEA
Programs: VS Gold, AA Plat Pro, Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 317
My worldview is that I'd go for the more consistent product anyways because you don't want to get your hopes up, get plane swapped and then get upset.
Oct 5, 2025 | 1:56 am
#1596
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: TYO / WAS / NYC
Programs: American Express got a hit man lookin' for me
Posts: 5,251
Departing ORD, the Polaris Lounge that ANA uses is significantly better than the Flagship Lounge that JAL uses, mainly because of its sit-down dining (Flagship only has a buffet). But ANA's ORD-HND flight usually departs from B16, which is the least convenient gate to the Polaris Lounge (you have to go through the tunnel between the B and C concourses twice). JAL also has a very nice security checkpoint right by its check-in counters, which is often empty while the other checkpoints are jammed. So it's a bit of a wash, and JAL is arguably a better ground experience if you don't plan to eat much in the lounge.
Oct 5, 2025 | 4:32 am
#1597
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Tokyo
Programs: JAL Diamond Metal (OWE), SK Gold (STE+, LTG), UA Platinum(*G),Marriott Titanium (LTP)
Posts: 26,337
Departing ORD, the Polaris Lounge that ANA uses is significantly better than the Flagship Lounge that JAL uses, mainly because of its sit-down dining (Flagship only has a buffet). But ANA's ORD-HND flight usually departs from B16, which is the least convenient gate to the Polaris Lounge (you have to go through the tunnel between the B and C concourses twice). JAL also has a very nice security checkpoint right by its check-in counters, which is often empty while the other checkpoints are jammed. So it's a bit of a wash, and JAL is arguably a better ground experience if you don't plan to eat much in the lounge.
Oct 5, 2025 | 5:36 am
#1598
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: TYO / WAS / NYC
Programs: American Express got a hit man lookin' for me
Posts: 5,251
The question was about business, in which case the choice is Flagship vs. Polaris regardless of status... whereas if flying economy or premium economy, your status and flight schedule might not get you into Flagship, so that would also need to be considered.
Oct 5, 2025 | 6:00 am
#1599
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Location: Tokyo
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What would be the case where Sapphire or Emerald status will not get you in to Flagship Lounge when departing ORD on JAL? Not the late departure as the Flagship Lounge stays opened 00:30 to accommodate the JAL passengers. Both those having Flagship access, but also those just having Admiral's Club access.
Oct 19, 2025 | 12:02 am
#1601
Join Date: Aug 2024
Posts: 16
For every day? When I checked (ANA website) a bunch of NH7 dates, I'm still seeing non-retrofitted flying Sun & Thu from SFO to NRT.
Last edited by presto747; Oct 19, 2025 at 12:28 am
Nov 7, 2025 | 5:57 pm
#1602
Join Date: Oct 2023
Location: NYC <> SFBA
Programs: AA PlatPro, FB Gold, Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 441
When does ANA tend to firm up equipment schedules? I have a flight in mid january HND-SFO that currently shows The Suite, I assume I would have more confidence a monthish before?
Nov 7, 2025 | 6:16 pm
#1603
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Location: Tokyo
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Nov 7, 2025 | 8:09 pm
#1604
Join Date: Oct 2023
Location: NYC <> SFBA
Programs: AA PlatPro, FB Gold, Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 441
Nov 7, 2025 | 9:00 pm
#1605
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Location: Tokyo
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About 2 weeks before is when you'll be reasonably sure. Of course operational reasons could swap it until day off. So 100% sure is when you hear "Flight attendants, arm doors, cross check, and report please".