On a webcast held this morning, UAL CFO said that the orders were perfectly timed and that both manufactures were financing. The up front money totals $125 million over the next five years. Mr. Tilton said these new airplanes will lower maintenance cost by as much as 40%.
Questioned on narrow body orders Kathryn A. Mikells, UAL CFO said that decision will be made next year.
787-8 Dreamliner
210 - 250 passengers
Range: 8,200 nautical miles
Wing Span: 197 feet
Height: 56 feet
Length: 186 feet
A350-900
Typical seating: 314
Range: 8,100 . nautical miles
Wing span: 212 ft. 5 in.
Height: 55 ft. 11.3 in.
Length: 219 ft. 5.5 in.
Jock
