I too think Oman Air is a coup.
To think we have bagged an airline that doesn't yet serve some of the larger European airports and capitals is quite re-assuring.
I remember Anna.aero a few years ago point out Manchester had the second largest presence of Middle Eastern carriers in Europe. We may have slipped down the ranks slightly, but, the news of Oman air will probably boost us back up again.
I wonder if this news will cause Emirates to bring forward any plans for a 4th daily?