I gather from this that even the guys with the oil want more fuel-efficient aircraft!
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I think 'range' also plays a role in the choice of aircraft ;-)
ReplyDeleteAccording to gcmap.com LAX-AUH is 7291 nm...
Hmmm...
On the other hand, could this be one of the overweight early-build models?
--Filip
According to Planespotters.net, this aircraft is line number 141, so I'm guessing it's not one of the first-builds. It is, however, the first VIP Dreamliner.
DeleteWho CARES how heavy it is? She's beautiful. If I had her in front of my lens I'd take the shot.
ReplyDeletethey just want the cool, new, toys.. No 747SP's
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