Was the 747-8 a failure?
The aircraft came in two variants: the intercontinental (747-8i) for passengers, and the 747-8f for cargo. But, despite its engineering advancements and impressive range, the 747-8 failed to capture the market like its predecessors. A new #boeing 747-8 costs about $400 million.Naturally, owning and operating a private jumbo jet is not cheap. List price for a new BBJ 747-8 is $367 million – but this cost is only for a ‘green’ aircraft – one without an interior fitted.
Which airline had 0 crashes?
Qantas. The third oldest airline in the world, Qantas was cited in 1988 film Rain Man as an airline to have never had an aircraft crash. The safest airlines FAQs Qantas – Has not had a fatal crash since 1951. Easyjet – Never had a fatal crash and has a small record of minor incidents since its starting in 1995. Ryanair – Never had a fatal crash, operating since 1985. Etihad Airways – Has never had a fatal crash and holds very clean accident record.
Is Emirates safer than Etihad?
Emirates and Qatar Airways also make top five, even as AirlineRatings CEO warns against misleading comparisons. Etihad Airways has been named the world’s safest airline in the latest rankings published by AirlineRatings. Alaska Airlines holds the highest possible safety rating of 7 out of 7 stars from AirlineRatings. FAA compliant, and is IOSA certified. Etihad Airways topped the global list, followed by Cathay Pacific and Qantas.