Lots of people are concerned about flying on a 787. And, no doubt the news about the recent fires is reason to give some people pause. But, I’m really not concerned. I was quoted in an Associated Press piece yesterday about my confidence in…
It’s been a bad week for the 787. First, a fire broke out on a JAL 787 in Boston. Then, the FAA launched an “top-level” investigation into the problems the 787 has experienced. Then yesterday, ANA and Japan Airlines saw their 787 fleets grounded…
If you follow my blog, it’s no secret I’m a big Dreamliner fan. From the inaugural flight BOS-NRT on Japan Airlines to StarMegaDO2 and the best party in the air, StarMegaDO4, I’ve enjoyed every minute flying on (and crawling around) this plane of the future….
There’s more news on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner today. The FAA: plans to launch a top-priority review of the plane focusing on its electrical system and quality controls used in the manufacturing process. You can read the full piece in the Wall Stree Journal…
A number of media outlets are reporting that yesterday’s fire on a parked (and empty) JAL 787 at Boston Logan Airport point to a battery that is used to start-up the APU, or auxiliary power unit. If this is true, it’s an important distinction. …
I’m definitely one of those people that does not want the person next to me on a phone call during a long flight. Now, maybe it would be less annoying on the quieter 787, but I still don’t think I’d enjoy it. Boeing is…