JAL is looking for new small airplane for higher frequent operations

JAL has recently issued RFP (Request for Proposal) to request a proposal for 150 seats small jet plane to aircraft makers. JAL will practically start selection of new small plane primarily appropriate for higher frequent operations on its domestic routes after the re-expansion of Haneda Airport 2009.

This Week Contents
Headline
- JAL is looking for new small airplane for higher frequent operations
Industry
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- MHI will be responsible for repair of the ANA's B777 engine modules
Airline
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- JAL and ANA are more serious about rise of domestic airfares
- JAL will offer more charter flights for the second half of FY2004
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Airport
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