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Many analysts around the world have predicted the end of the hub and spoke airline model. However, one airline remains extremely confident in its hub approach: Air France. The carrier has maintained strong connectivity through the pandemic thanks to its Paris hub and has no plans to move away from the model any time soon.
Air France is standing by its operating model despite the rough year it has had. Photo: Vincenzo Pace | Simple Flying
Hub airlines shine through
The start of the pandemic saw airlines globally ax all but essential flights as border controls were added and cases rose. Since then, many airlines have built back their schedules and hub airlines have taken the lead over point-to-point airlines.