In a statement released only a few hours prior to writing, both Airbus and Qatar released a statement saying:
Qatar Airways and Airbus are pleased to have reached an amicable and mutually agreeable settlement in relation to their legal dispute over A350 surface degradation and the grounding of A350 aircraft. A repair project is now underway and both parties look forward to getting these aircraft safely back in the air."
The details of the settlement are confidential and the parties will now proceed to discontinue their legal claims. The settlement agreement is not an admission of liability for either party.
This agreement will enable Qatar Airways and Airbus to move forward and work together as partners."
The deal now means that all previously cancelled Qatar A350 orders will be reinstated by Airbus which adds to a backlog of 50 A321neo's and 24 A350's
Cover image credit: Qatar Airways
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