Where to........USA!
So with the carrier getting the tick of approval from DOT last week, it would be interesting to see which USA city the carrier will commence it's maiden flight to. More likely the carrier will go with Delta Air Lines as its' Skyteam code sharing partner due to their historical partnership.
Now for the carrier to fully exploit their capacities on this code sharing, they will need to fly to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta, Delta largest hub then Delta will feed onwards. This will give the carrier leverage on the synergies and partnership with access to almost All Delta Air Lines Americans routes.
HOWEVER if the carrier decides to fly to JFK (As per rumours) then Delta may want to consult joint venture partner Air France-KLM on its opinion, as it impacts their JV’s financial performance.
Note the key word.....consult Air France-KLM.........well we all know which direction that will head to! I seriously hope the carrier doesnt stuff this one up as i said before the ability of flying NON STOP to a USA city is a golden lottery ticket handed to them and bring the bloody T7's back! Can't fly a 787 to America (Even if it has the range)!