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Originally Posted by Saj_A
When the idea of flying to London was first outlined by AirAsia X, they intended to fly to LHR via DXB.
Notwithstanding the reality that ex-DXB AirAsia X would have been annihilated by Emirates, but high fuel costs the industry has battled with this year and other operational costs mean that the carrier will not operate this route for long.
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Actually the different plans had to do with aircraft availability. AirAsia X originally thought they could get a 340, but then 787 delays tightened up the widebody lease market and didn't make obtaining a 340 attractive. That's when they considered flying through the UAE (Sharjah, IIRC, was pegged), but then lease rates came down and they were able to secure a 340.
More 340s are likely on their way in the future.
