Its not a case of being negative - hardly. The ECONOMY speaks for everything right now.
The fact that J Class pax book onto the LCY service - means thats where they want to go. Not LHR LGW or with another airline to London when the acft are tech or the limits are out for it to land in the city.
This is an 'off-shoot' in every sense. Strickly J Class only - a new concept for BA (as per OPENSKIES). Ok, mainline fltdeck will fly it and rumour has it Cityflyer Cabin Crew may be given the cabin, but Business Class only flights are not what BA is all about.
I have spoken to crews who will be flying it and 'prospective' passengers, who agree its a great idea, but demand and operating restrictions just make them a little cautious on the success.
Airbus crews cant wait for a thrilling ride in/out of the city.