In a statement issued on Friday, Osamu Shinobe, ANA's chief executive, said the airline remained committed to the aircraft.

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The airlines are also acutely aware of the damage such incidences can cause their reputation, as made clear by ANA's vice-president Osamu Shinobe and executive Hiroyuki Ito's actions as they bowed in shame to apologise to passengers and their family members for causing them concern.

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