Originally Posted by
24left
P.S. The same friend at HKIA who provided me with the Dec 30, 2018 photo of FIN 733 at the Haeco facility, sent me another photo recently and based on his viewing position, it appears she may have been painted all white, that is, had the AC livery removed. I have the photo but neither of us can confirm if it's the AC aircraft.
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If true that would seem to imply that AC has decided to sell it (presumably) deeming it to be not worth the hassle of repair. One thing I'm a bit concerned about is the FO, certainly not the best impression to make on your first flight on the 777. What happens to them? Do they go back to the simulator/training or does AC chalk this one up to "boys will be boys"? In any event, I suspect AC should review their training/rostering since recent events seem to suggest that AC might be cutting corners somewhere.
Safe Travels,
James