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Old 08-23-2018 | 11:18 AM
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Don’t think we are going to cry uncle on any of our ORD-Asia routes anytime soon. Both Kirby and Quayle (SVP, network) expressed optimism and enthusiasm regarding AMR’s announcement (ORD) and both seem extremely bullish about growth and stability. This as of Tuesday when they spoke at the FTC in DEN. Asia market was discussed but not in a negative way. In fact, the 777 on Guam NRT returning was used as an example of not giving up market share if we don’t have to. We already pulled out of some China markets where we were losing our shirts. There was no hinting of continuing to do so. All but said to expect more 787 orders (no timeline and probably to replace 767 aircraft if eco omg remains strong) as well as how much they love the 777-300 and the next gen 777 product. I’d expect an order for more 777’s as well (8X or whatever it is). They discussed a missed opportunity to get our hands on some 777-200LR aircraft and that we have to wait on some new route announcements (extreme long haul) until the next gen 777 was in our fleet. Denver new long haul route expected to be announced by the end of next week (probably earlier).
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