The Geopolitical Hurdle Blocking These New Boeing 787s From Flying To The US.

[SoCal Mac]

https://simpleflying.com/geopolitical-hurdle-stopping-air-astana-787s-flying-us/

When these were purchased the sanctions were already in place. I don't think sanctions against
Russia will end any time soon. If they plan on flying to the United States they'll have to go
the long way for now. These planes will get plenty of use on other routes.