Long Anticipated Boeing 787 Completes Inaugural Flight

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The long anticipated maiden voyage of Boeing’s 787 took passengers from Tokyo to Hong Kong in just over four hours last week.  The new long-haul jet has some new features which were on display, most notably windows that are 30% larger than similar previous aircraft. 

The trip included many aviation enthusiasts for passengers, as well as reporters covering the event.  Boeing expects the 787 to be a game changer for the industry, filling the industry need for a medium-sized plane with long range capabilities to connect smaller airports without the need of a hub connection. 

Another big advantage the 787 represents for airlines is its construction using new age light weight materials.  The impact could be huge according to Boeing’s 20% fuel savings claims.

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