American Airlines Eyes New Long-Haul Routes to Asia, Despite Hurdles

American Airlines plans to add new long-haul international routes starting in 2025 with new Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Destinations like Hong Kong, Singapore and Istanbul are possibilities.
American previously served Hong Kong but dropped the routes during the pandemic due to low yields and inefficient aircraft utilization.
Singapore is a potential new destination but faces competition from Singapore Airlines' existing flights. American would need to partner with Alaska Airlines for connecting traffic.
Other Asian destinations like Seoul, Kuala Lumpur and Manila face challenges like competition and low yields. American's partnership with China Southern has not expanded flights to China.
American has strength domestically but lacks obvious new long-haul routes to Asia and Africa. New aircraft deliveries will force them to get creative with new destinations.

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