In the competitive transpacific aviation market, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has long been the dominant gateway between North America and Asia. Yet, China Airlines launched a direct flight from Taipei to Ontario, California, in March 2018, bypassing the iconic LAX. This unusual choice has sparked curiosity among travelers and industry experts alike: Why would an airline choose Ontario, a relatively smaller airport just over 35 miles east of Los Angeles, for a major transpacific route? This feature dives into the strategic motivations behind this unexpected decision, from operational benefits to demographic alignment and passenger convenience.