RIYADH: Qatar Airways has placed an order with Boeing for nearly 50 freighter planes amid its dispute with Airbus, Bloomberg reported citing the chief executive officer of the Gulf carrier.
Akbar Al-Baker is concerned with paint and surface flaws on Airbus’s A350 cargo jets, as the aircraft suggested using copper foil as a lightning-conductor on the fuselage which could require it seeking new regulatory approvals.
“When we even change the armrests of our seats it has to be recertified,” Bloomberg reported citing Al-Baker.
The problems of Airbus’s A350 cargo jets surface finish come as the aerospace company seeks to gather buyers for the freighter version.
Earlier this week, Airbus spokesman said that the company is working on the paint issue with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency.
Qatar Airlines is ranked as the biggest cargo carrier among passenger airlines.
