Originally Posted by
msbbarratt
So let's consider the 777X. Emirates has the largest order for those too by a long way, and may find themselves in the same position with that (i.e. having to place an order otherwise the production line closes). So the big question could be, would Emirates prop up the 777X too? It's not going to be especially better than the old 777; 10 across is still going to be a fairly miserable experience. Somehow I can't see them being as enthusiastic, especially if they're already propping up A380. And if they're buying A380s that aren't immediately needed, will they still buy all of those 150 777x in the first place?
*Cough*
So the 787 order recently announced has no effect on an ageing 777 fleet ?
Emirates aren't 'propping up the A380' as they are getting the aircraft they want at a very good price.
Propping it up would involve paying over the odds and there is zero evidence for that happening.