Originally Posted by
donpizmeov
Did QF do the wing crack fix on its 380 years ago? Are these cracks the same or something new?
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...ring-firm.html
These cracks were originally found and rectified worldwide.
The article gives a reasonable summation of the process and mode of discovery.
It is believed that this issue is a new and separate issue, which according to a usually reputable connection is evident in several early build A380, of which Qantas have some.
That Qantas has wasted a decade whilst accolades were bestowed on Little Napoleon is disappointing. It will be interesting to watch just what transpires, as any change to the flying and retirement plan is tacit admission they have their fleet strategy badly out of phase with the industry best practice. This best practice sees airlines like Thai already operating a fleet of 12 A350, whilst Fort Fumble continues to discuss 'Project Bananarama'.
If this is proven to be the case and four A380 are on static display, then the tide has gone out and will display Little Napoleon in all his glory.