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Just announced in ausbt additional 6 787-9s to be ordered for QF
from the official Qantas announcement,
FLEET UPDATE
The Qantas Group has today announced an order for six additional Boeing 787-9s. This will take Qantas International’s Dreamliner fleet to 14 by end of calendar year 2020 and will enable the accelerated retirement of its last six 747s5. (See separate release.)
The 787-9 is around 20 per cent more fuel efficient than the 747 and has significantly lower maintenance costs6. Combined with the airline’s A380s, A330s and 737s, the additional 787s will allow for further utilisation improvements to the Qantas International network.
The first of these additional 787-9s is due to arrive in the first half of FY20. There is no change to capital expenditure guidance for FY18 and FY19.
Our strong performance allows us to invest in more Dreamliners, which are a lot more efficient than the 747s they replace and give our customers a better experience. They also open up new network options and will be an important part of our success moving forward,” Mr Joyce added