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Old 27th April 2003 | 01:18
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madtrap
 
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Without winging it on the specifications, A320s and 319s can be certified to 120 minute ETOPS, depending on the fit. Your local Airbus dealer can provide the CMP package if you're keen to try.

For example, Air Canada's older model 211s aren't certifiable for various reasons including cargo fire protection and back-up electrics. The 319s were ordered with the hardware with skinny oceanic routes in mind, but the certification process was never completed due to a rethink of the marketing plan (or whatever).

Only two of Canada 3000's fleet of six or so A320s were ETOPS capable.

For B737NGs, the ETOPS (up to 180 min) fit is an option as well. I know of at least one European operator who chose not to bother with the extra expense, since their route structure didn't require it.

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