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biggles39
15th Aug 2007, 09:49
Afternoon,
I see that F-WWJB A380 ( msn007) is parked at EK Maintenance.
Anybody know how long it is here for? and we she be flying today?
Cheers
biggles39
Ace Springbok
15th Aug 2007, 09:59
Probably on a route proofing run. In SIN, it was recently used to test Changi's readiness for the inaugural flight due later in the year.
Thylakoid
15th Aug 2007, 12:27
I saw her landing in DXB. I must remind you that she is an Airbus and as such, after any flight, she must go for some maintenance and/or repairs :E:E
BahrainLad
15th Aug 2007, 13:22
According to Flight, it is for airport compatability testing and will include a couple of flights with EK staff (527+ of them). The testing will include loading with airbridges and also buses (!).
^Yep you're right. From today onwards Emirates and Airbus will be testing the airbus in hot weather conditions and route proving.
sbh684b
16th Aug 2007, 05:18
Some lucky emirates staff will be flying on one of the 4 flights scheduled on the 17th and 18th. Lucky buggers, why my name wasnt chosen, ill never now.:(
Not too small
16th Aug 2007, 05:58
Was it with EK logo on.
And do you know how many pilots started training for it.
wednesday10
16th Aug 2007, 10:47
It is in the A380 livery and departs on the 21st 4 flights over the weekend 2 fri and 2 sat.
PositiveRate876
16th Aug 2007, 13:38
And do you know how many pilots started training for it.
The plane is not being delivered for another year.
Pilot training will not start until 3 months before the first plane gets on property.