Qatar Airways says grounded 787 back in air

A Qatar Airways Boeing 787 Dreamliner resumed flights on Wednesday after being grounded for several days because “technical components required replacement,” the company said.

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Published: Fri 2 Aug 2013, 12:46 AM

Last updated: Fri 3 Apr 2015, 5:26 AM

“The aircraft flew today 31st July 2013 to (the start point of) one of Qatar Airways’ four Boeing 787 operated routes,” it said in a statement.

The airline said the delay in resuming operations was related to delivery of one of the replacement parts.

“Delays related to the shipping of one of the replacement parts to Qatar Airways’ hub in Doha, Qatar caused an extended grounding of the aircraft whilst awaiting the device,” it said.

“Once the airline was in possession of the part from Boeing, the aircraft required a further three days of post-assembly and testing,” it added.

The Gulf carrier stressed it “takes all matters affecting the safety of its passengers seriously.”


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