I couldn't see Emirates reducing LHR from the 6 daily A380 to be honest. LGW possibly a reduction of service and/or aircraft to 777 (though the A380's will still have to go somehwere presumably). Reduction in STN to single daily is certainly a risk. But a complete, permanant termination? Would be surprised but suppose it still cannot be totally ruled out.
I too am all too aware the EK STN service has been on the whole a resounding success. Largely overdue some may even say. Exceptional loads year-round and the quickest they've ever progressed any route to double daily since inauguration, except for Beijing. But sadly, you can't ingnore the fact if/when cut backs need to happen, STN is always going to be vulnerable alongside LGW and LHR.
Last edited by FRatSTN; 6th May 2020 at 10:51.