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JAL Moves Away From Flagship Boeing 777s In Favor Of Airbus A350s
The fleet of Japan Airlines (JAL) is set to undergo an interesting transformation in the coming years. While the Japanese flag carrier currently considers the Boeing 777 to be its flagship aircraft, it will shift its focus toward the Airbus A350 by the middle of the decade. It stands to benefit from increased fuel efficiency as a result of this change. (simpleflying.com) Más...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
25% better fuel efficiency ??? why is anyone still flying 777's if that is true? Add the better cabins to that..... seems like an easy choice.
A little more gas is cheaper than buying a new plane, to a point.
good move on their part. and I say that as a long time 777 lover. always happy to fly one. but last year i did a 77 and a 350 back to back - and for as much as I dislike the A320 - the A350 is one fantastic ride. A serious step up from the 777.
Boeing was more interested in moving their corporate headquarters to Chicago than in producing planes.
one had nothing to do with the other. all mfg continued in place right where it was during that move.
Flew the A350 not the 777 but in what world would they not go with the newer, more efficient plane?
As much as I love Boeing, JAL is doing the right thing to do here. Not only the A350 is more fuel-efficient, it is a much better aircraft overall than the B777 (although the B787 is a better comparison to the A350).
It’s a pity what Boeing’s top management is doing with the once unquestionable commercial aviation leading company in the world. Not anymore. Hope they change direction quickly before it’s to late for Boeing.
It’s a pity what Boeing’s top management is doing with the once unquestionable commercial aviation leading company in the world. Not anymore. Hope they change direction quickly before it’s to late for Boeing.