'"There are still an extra six tons of weight we can't get out of the A380. That will cost us extra money in operation for the next 10 or 15 years," Clark said.'
I think this is closer to the truth.
They haven't been able to meet the weight spec. The wiring issue is just a PR distraction.
Right on. Wiring can be fixed much more quickly than they are taking. Weight however, that's a real problem.
Perhaps they should try replacing aluminum with a light weight material like balsa wood.