Originally Posted by
galaxy flyer
Hubs work best where there is a base of O&D traffic, but that's not the whole of the hib's traffic. EK can't exist only on DX O&D, neither can DL live off of ATL or AA of DFW traffic. But, there's enough and its "catchment" area is huge. If you're in North America and traveling to much of Africa, India, the ME and even parts of SEA, EK thru DXB is the very good option which is why it does so well. That's why they can attract so much premium travelers. The "bar car" biz lounge on the 380 typically has an amazing crowd of premium travelers.
Does the "open skies" agreement allow US carriers beyond rights?
GF
Sure. Airlines that actually have to pay full price for their airplanes, pay fair wages etc etc etc, can just go right out and buy 100 777s and compete. And then hire 20 year old Playboy bunny flight attendants. (which of course they fire if they get preggers, or married, or ) Oh, and since we get the same deal on jet fuel as they do, it's cinch. What on earth were we thinking. Dubai is a ripe tomato for the picking. Center of the universe. THE perfect place. (to give the planet an enema) gmafb