All Safety News – Page 852
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787 special: Pilot studies
Fast introduction of the fleet is prompting Boeing to set up pioneering training and support initiatives for the 787
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787 special: Global logistics
It may not be pretty, but the huge and heavily modified 747-400 Large Cargo Freighter is an essential part of Boeing’s gruelling 787 production programme
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787 special: In the frame
Boeing is co-ordinating its key suppliers, which have all developed new production facilities just for 787 parts, and gearing up for the start of final assembly
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787 special: Starting block
The Rolls-Royce Trent 1000, launch engine for all three Boeing 787 variants, is in endurance testing and on track for certification by July 2007
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787 special: Crunch time
The next three months will be a crucial time for Boeing as it moves towards assembly of the first 787 Dreamliner, and suppliers start to ramp up production
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787 special: Systems advance
More than with any previous airliner, systems improvements form a significant part of Boeing’s overall efficiency targets for the 787
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787 special: Electric dream
Boeing’s more-electric initiative is one of the major design features of the 787, offering increased efficiency, better control and reduced systems weight
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787 special: Breathe easier
A focus on human factors, such as air and water quality and humidity levels, should ensure that the 787 cabin offers passengers a new level of comfort
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787 special: Olympic task
Prompted by growing market success, GE is ramping up its GEnx turbofan development and plans test flights in early 2007
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Industry airs concerns on red tape
European Commission-led meeting with aviation sector debates measures to simplify regulatory structure
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KAL and Sinotrans to set up Chinese cargo airline
From middle of next year, new carrier aims to penetrate market with three freighters
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Medical flight ends 60-year block on air link withTaiwan
Singapore-based company flies emergency cases for treatment on mainland
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NewsFLIGHT TEST: Airbus A380
The A380 is the world’s biggest airliner, but do its handling qualities match its mammoth proportions? We found out when we flew it for the first time
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Boven: ready to broadcast Etihad’s plans
The rapid rise of Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways is currently being directed by the airline’s acting chief executive Geert Boven. He talks here about the ambitions of another gulf carrier phenomenon