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Old 5th Apr 2005, 18:15
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IMHO - Not really, as Airbus would quite rightly insist that it is re-certified as a new aircraft and not allowed through under "Grandfather Rights" like each version of the B737 and B747. This would force more fundamental changes to the design and make it un-economic.
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