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Malaysia Airlines about to replace the 737-400s to face the rising fuel cost

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - The two candidates are the 787-800 and the A-320 but the choice will be made in September

Malaysia Airlines is going to choose which short-medium haul commercial aircraft is devoted to replace the current Boeing 737-400s next month. Operational cost to be afforded due to the rising oil price are leading the Malaysian airline to resort to new airplanes able to ensure higher efficiency and lower consumption, especially concerning regional and international flights. Situation even led the...

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Rome, Italy, 08/09/2005 15:49
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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