EK and the 787
Given the recent 787 visit to Farnborough, I thought this post would be timely. As far as I know, EK has not ordered any version of the 787. Why not? Seems like they have spent most of their money on A380s, A350s and 777-300s.
Why would EK not be interested in the 787? Is it a seating issue (far lower seat count vs. alternatives)? One would think the 787 would be well suited for longer, thinner routes (great feed for the bigger A380s at Dubai hub). Meanwhile, QR, EY and GF have ordered various versions of the 787. What do they know that EK doesn't about the 787? Is EK just focused on a seat volume strategy with the massive A380 order? Any thoughts?