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Old Feb 10, 2010 | 12:12 pm
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Originally Posted by dazz81
Actually they are talking about buying 3 spare engines for the long haul fleet. Poorly worded I know. Not actually talking about buying a 3 engine aircraft.
Yes, I know, I wasn't being seious

If fuel efficiency and reduced CO2 ems are the primary requiment then I suspect the aircraft in question will likely be the smaller and larger versions of the a350 which is reportedly better than the 787 in both respects. TG seems to have a preference for airbus of late so I doubt it'll be 777s or any other Boeing unless they are in a hurry with their procument and/or are sourcing 777s from Jet/Gulf as discussed elswhere. Personally, I'd love to see some new 747s (with updated products) as it is still a beautiful airplane both to look at and fly in.
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