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Boeing 787 Debuts 7/08/07

New fuel-efficient jet promised improved passenger comfort, comeback for beleaguered company

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(Newser) – Boeing will unveil its first new plane in 13 years tomorrow, the fuel-efficient, wide-bodied 787 Dreamliner, which pioneers the use of composite materials made of carbon fibers and promises increased passenger comfort. The 787 has already scored a record-breaking 640 orders, representing a comeback for the company, plagued in recent years by scandals and production delays.

The plane will be 20% more fuel efficient than the 767; it will offer bigger windows and better air quality, expected to cut down on jet lag for its 210-330 passengers. Assembled from components made by outside contractors, the 787 is scheduled for its  first flight in August or September, and its first delivery next May.

This artist rendition of Boeing's new 787 Dreamliner is provided by Boeing Aircraft Company. Boeing will officially unveil it's newest air plane Sunday July 8, 2007. The 787 that will be displayed on Sunday still has about 1,000 temporary fasteners that must be replaced with permanent ones, and machinists...
This artist rendition of Boeing's new 787 Dreamliner is provided by Boeing Aircraft Company. Boeing will officially unveil it's newest air plane Sunday July 8, 2007. The 787 that will be displayed on...   (Associated Press)
Extensive capabilities in electronic and mechanical technologies are being deployed to support aircraft systems integration through deliveries by GE Aviation for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner (Photo
Extensive capabilities in electronic and mechanical technologies are being deployed to support aircraft systems integration through deliveries by GE Aviation for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner (Photo   (Associated Press)
Mike Bair, Boeing Commercial Airplanes' vice president and general manager of the 787 program, poses for photos with to a model of the plane, Friday, July 6, 2007, in Seattle at the start of three days of activities centered on Sunday's official roll-out of the new Boeing 787 airplane. The...
Mike Bair, Boeing Commercial Airplanes' vice president and general manager of the 787 program, poses for photos with to a model of the plane, Friday, July 6, 2007, in Seattle at the start of three days...   (Associated Press)
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