A350 Crash: Japan Airlines Expects $100+ Million Loss. Per the article, AIG has the aircraft insured to the tune of $130M, though this does cause a big shakeup and reduction in capacity for JAL. Airlines buy aircraft worth hundreds of millions because they generate revenue worth billions. Losing the airframe costs the airline more than just the
The aircraft provides high capacity on busy long-haul routes, though uncertainty remains about its long-term future as more fuel-efficient twin-engine aircraft like the 787 and A350 enter service. Accidents and Incidents Involving the A380 . The Airbus A380, one of the largest passenger aircraft in the world, has an impressive safety record.
The accident marks the first time that an A350 has been destroyed since its introduction in 2015, so it will be closely studied for lessons in how this type of aircraft fares under extreme stress.
Getty Images. The final Airbus A380 ever to be built has been handed over to its new owners, the Dubai-based carrier Emirates. It is a landmark moment. The giant of the skies will continue to fly. 356 401 494 494 455 85 450 99