787 could well be a replacement type for A330 but that’s probably a good few years away. With JFK/LAX/SCL/HKG it’s been a good 747 replacement. More needed to replace the last 6 jumbos next year.
Plenty of deployment to USA routes that people have commented on.
Joyce said at investor briefings that the aircraft on PER-LHR commands a 40% premium in Bus and prem classes. Much less fuel and maintenance cost which is bulk of the cost.
Also said that pilot costs are 50% less than US competition. Been told it’s actually between 40% and 45% less pay than competition.