JAL-SkyTeam combination has mixed benefits: greater service concentration, but stronger #2 alliance

The first rule of holes states that when you are in one, stop digging. American's Gerard Arpey would do well to put his shovel down. Two stories last week on CAPA's website chronicled Mr Arpey's comments on the airline's performance and, given JAL's questionable allegiance, the precarious status of oneworld. While Mr Arpey's job is to keep his game face on, there were a number of arguments put forward that may be valid points - or simply wishful thinking.