Interesting to read last Friday United has converted an order for 10 x B787s into 10 x B777-300ERs.
Word is that UA got the 773ER for almost the same price as the 787s they cancelled. Why you may ask? It suited Boeing as it made room on the 787 production line for other 787 orders and Boeing were happy to fill vacant spots on the last of the 777 line before the 777X comes.
From United's perspective the 777300ER is a more useful plane to replace their 744 fleet. Now wouldnt it be funny if QF did the same thing
