Originally Posted by
TFAYD
I do.
and why would Airbus bend over backwards and “buy back” some 321 delivery slots if it isn’t for something bigger? They don’t need to sell more 321 to UAL. They are doing just fine without our business.
so what would be in it for Airbus if not placing WB with UAL?
Airbus would do it because the media of them slam dunking in Boeings face would be worth it. They’ve been trying to crack into UAL with a sizable order for some time, the 321 orders were just due to a lack of other options and it’s the closest 757 replacement there is. However if they can shove another huge order in Boeings face because of their own dereliction and highlight just what a failure the Max program is that would be worth far more than the cost of buying back or rearranging delivery slots.
Originally Posted by
GPullR
Except the 320 neo is still an old airframe with new motors. The wing is actually older then the ng wing. Part of the problem why ceiling is only 39000.
It’s not a function of the wing, it’s a byproduct of the pax O2 supply and how fast you can get down to breathable air. The Bus just doesn’t come down fast enough.