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Despite unfortunate incidents, Boeing continues to focus on improving the 'dream ship' 787. Recently, the latest version named Boeing 787-9 has been officially unveiled.
Before the official launch
The Dreamliner Boeing 787-9 was manufactured at the factory in Everett, Washington. Currently, it is part of Boeing's fleet and ready to take off. According to sources, Air New Zealand is the first customer to order the Boeing 787-9. By mid-2014, Boeing will complete the delivery.
Dubbed as the super aircraft, the Boeing 787 attracts many airlines worldwide. To date, Boeing has received a total of 82 orders, with the highest from American Airlines with 42 and Singapore Airlines second with 30. Approximately 40% of the orders are for the new version, namely the 787-9.
A representative from Boeing stated that the second and third 787-9 aircraft are in the final assembly stage. It is expected to be completed in the coming days.
A challenging year for the 'dream ship' 787
The announcement of the birth of the first 787-9 is considered rare good news that Boeing has received over the past few months. Since the Boeing 787 owned by All Nippon Airways (ANA) faced an incident, the list of mishaps for the 'dream ship' has continuously grown.
For instance, on December 4, 2012, a 787 carrying nearly 190 passengers of United Airlines had to make an emergency landing in New Orleans when one of the 6 generators malfunctioned. Subsequently, the Dreamliner of Ethiopian Airlines caught fire at Heathrow Airport in the UK, causing a series of runways to be suspended.
These troubles gradually eroded people's trust in the perfection of the Boeing 787. However, the aircraft manufacturer based in Chicago quickly sought solutions. 'We are working with partners to continue introducing significant improvements to the 787-8. Regarding the 787-9, as it shares many similarities with the old version, we will consider applying the most suitable changes and upgrades' – Boeing spokesperson Julie O’Donnell stated.
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Source: Travel guide Mytour
MytourSeptember 13, 2013
