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Qantas demands damages for Dreamliner hold-up
Qantas CEO Geoff Dixon is to push for “substantial†damages from Boeing due to the 787 delivery delay.
Dixon said the Qantas group now expected to receive its first B787-8 15 months after its original delivery date.
The carrier has secured a leasing agreement for up to six Airbus A330s which would go into Jetstar International operations.
“The B787-9 aircraft, which has also been ordered by the Qantas Group, will also be delayed by between 15 and 23 months,†said Dixon.
“We are currently in discussions to lease further aircraft to ensure sufficient capacity for the needs of all our airlines in the coming years.â€
Dixon said under its purchase agreement with Boeing, Qantas was entitled to substantial liquidated damages.
“These funds will be used initially to offset the cost of lease agreements.â€
Dixon added: “We are very disappointed that Boeing has again delayed the delivery schedule.
“That said, we did anticipate a further delay and have been working on contingencies for some time.â€
by Phil Davies
Phil Davies
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