Originally Posted by
flyallnite
It sounds like the plan going forward is less flying for Delta pilots and more new widebodies for our codeshare partners. Just announced 10 new 787's for Aeromexico... with delivery starting next year. Those aircraft will allow the feed that they provide to us to bypass our hubs and fly direct from MEX to LHR, NRT, CDG, PVG, etc...
I wonder, does DALPA think this is good for Delta pilots? Seriously.
Which version of the 787 is it? If it's the -800, they will be flying it to a domestic US hub near you...787-900s will start final production in CHS shortly, recently announced.