Originally Posted by alangirvan
What will Qantas do with the 777-300ER?
If QF goes with 777s, an ER would give them the flexibility to open up new 7000nm+ routes, rather than being hamstrung by a non-ER version.
Plus, I'm not sure I'd label the -300ER/-200LR as "nineties technology" compared to the 787. The latter has, in regards to its FMS and cockpit layout, been 'dumbed down' to the 777s level so that it may be sold to airlines with multi-type crewing needs, a la A320/330/340.
It's true a 'Series 2' 777 would make sense in order to combat the A350-900/1000, although I suspect a 2012 debut may be a little ambitious.
Cheers
Magoo