Originally Posted by
dragon man
Firstly, it should be referred to by its correct Qantas name ‘ the game changer 787’ ( tounge firmly in cheek). There are lots of rumours around regarding the A380s, ranging from no contractor appointed yet to do the D checks/ refurbishment, the time for this blowing out from 60 days to 150 days and lastly the cost been very much over budget. Yes, there are also rumours that more cracks have been found in at least two of the 380s. All round just a typical circus that Qantas management excel at.
Well they did the deal with Airbus last year for the manufacturer to manage the reconfig, including deactivating two upper-deck doors to squeeze in more seats. And the work will only start in the second quarter of 2019. Cost blowouts are likely, but I expect that Qantas has a fixed price in place, or at least a mechanism in place to keep their exposure minimal.