Originally Posted by
Lincoln Osiris
According to a mechanic in FLL switching from the 1000's to the leaps is possible even with the current NEO aircraft we have now but it would probably be a pain in the butt. So really the NEO's issues aren't on airbus its with the engine providers. Though I haven't really heard of any issues on the leap variant?
You're right. It is in engine manufacturer thing. I was making a broad statement. I imagine the that we'd have already made the switch if Pratt weren't bending over backward to make their launch customer whole with downed airplanes.
I'm curious how much less efficient a Leap is. Seems like a plane that is still far more fuel efficient than the CEO's is a better option than an even more fuel efficient plant that breaks a lot. Then again, Pratt will eventually get the motors right. Usually happens when pushing the boundaries of modern technology.