Abu Dhabi – Mubasher: Dubai's state-run carrier Emirates on Sunday said that it is on the verge of completing the purchase of engines from Rolls-Royce for its A380 Airbus aircraft, but it has not reached a final agreement yet.
“The fate of a lifeline order for up to 36 of the double-decker aircraft, of which Emirates already has over 100 in operation, has been widely questioned due to inconclusive talks over a separate deal between Emirates and engine makers,” Reuters said.
On a related note, the UAE-based airline is currently operating more than 100 aircraft of the model Airbus A380.
“We are getting closer (to a deal with Rolls-Royce) but have not crossed the line yet,” a spokesperson for Emirates indicated.
