Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Boeing 787 DreamlinerBy: Sam Stromswold

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Original concept was to make airframe larger and faster than the 747-400.

Unfortunately the 9/11 terrorist attacks spiked oil prices and put pressure on airline manufacturers.

2003, Boeing unveils new aircraft, 7E7, test flight on December 15, 2009.

Maiden commercial flight was on October 26, 2011 with All Nippon Airways.Background InformationDesign SpecificationsSpecifications787-8787-9Length168 ft.206 ft.Wingspan197 ft.197 ft.Height56 ft.56 ft.Empty Weight242,000 lbs.254,000 lbs.Passengers210 250 250 290 Range7,650 8,200 nm8,000 8,500 nmSpeed0.85 Mach0.85 MachBody made of composite materials (CFRP).

One piece composite body.

Smooth Ride Technology

Smooth Wing TechnologyNew Technology (Airframe)Advanced engines have more electric systems and a bypass of 10.

Sound proofed engine materials.

Nacelle Chevrons installed.

Interchangeable engines.

New Engine TechnologyDual HUD, thermal imaging.

Larger, programmable navigation screens.

Standardized controls with other Boeing airframes.

Electronic checklist.New Flight ControlsDynamic LED lighting in the fuselage.

New larger windows, tinted.

New air conditioning system, quieter.Passenger TechnologyThe Future

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