Boeing 787
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Master
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written Wednesday, September 7 2005 06:18
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I read not long ago Boeing reveiled their new airplane model not long ago: the Boeing 787 dreamliner. To me it looks like agood new modern aircraft. if it has the same standards as the Boeing 777, I'm sure it will be a succes. In the link below you can see some pictures. Now here's the question: What do you guys make of it? I'm pleased. it looks really good! Boeing 787 pictures [ Wednesday, September 07, 2005 06:18: Message edited by: Thralni, emperor of Riverrod ] -------------------- "remember, children, that chickens are your friends. you must only eat them when you've the appropriate oven and gardening supplies."- As said by Benjamin van Soldt himself. Click here for more information on Olga's fortune teller kiosk Olga's fortune teller kiosk has been temporarily closed down, but you can contact the prophet with a PM - Was signed by the prophet of the almighty chicken gods, gods of everything that is a chicken. Posts: 3029 | Registered: Saturday, June 18 2005 07:00 |
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written Wednesday, September 7 2005 07:31
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It's actually about the size of the 737. I think it seems pretty cool. The best part about it, IMO from what I've read, is its fuel efficiency. Posts: 2242 | Registered: Saturday, April 10 2004 07:00 |
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written Thursday, September 8 2005 03:09
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This is excellent! Comfortable seats, large windows (the last time I flew, I had to bend my head to look out the window), fast speed (0.85 Mach) curved wings, etc. Not to mention it looks good. :) Pity it's not until 2008 :( And yes, I DO have a genuine interest in aviation! ;) I'm even thinking about being a pilot myself when I grow up. I'd type more, but I have to go to school pretty soon. [ Thursday, September 08, 2005 03:13: Message edited by: BainIhrno ] -------------------- Rate My Scenarios! Fort Emerald Robbery The Nephils' Defense The Fifth Tower of Magi The Portal Posts: 626 | Registered: Monday, October 25 2004 07:00 |
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written Friday, September 9 2005 23:33
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I think it looks quite nice, a bit like the one I saw landing a few days ago... It certainly looks like a dreamliner though. Only natural cos it is one. :D ( but it looks too dreamy to be true) :D -------------------- How many shapers are there? Why is Drypeak controlled by Zakary? Why is Barzahl a Guardian? How does the Geneforge work? What's as small as nothing? Why am I asking stupid questions? -------------------------------- Shaper teacher : "DON'T TOUCH THAT!" BOOM!! apprentice :*little voice* "Sorry..." --------------------------- Visit CSM !!! And this site is just great! Wow! Did you know what the answer to the gretest question ever is ? Posts: 576 | Registered: Wednesday, March 2 2005 08:00 |
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written Friday, September 9 2005 23:35
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quote:As muvh as I like the design, I must agree. It just doesn't look like a aircraft that will be profitibal. Airliners mostly want to put as many chairs in as possible. That wouldn't be really possible here. Well just have to sit amd wait, I guess. -------------------- "remember, children, that chickens are your friends. you must only eat them when you've the appropriate oven and gardening supplies."- As said by Benjamin van Soldt himself. Click here for more information on Olga's fortune teller kiosk Olga's fortune teller kiosk has been temporarily closed down, but you can contact the prophet with a PM - Was signed by the prophet of the almighty chicken gods, gods of everything that is a chicken. Posts: 3029 | Registered: Saturday, June 18 2005 07:00 |
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written Saturday, September 10 2005 13:50
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Hmmm, I looks quite different with those curved wings. Does curves wings give an aerodynamic advantage or something? -------------------- -ben4808 For those who love to spam: CSM Forums RIFQ Posts: 3360 | Registered: Friday, June 25 2004 07:00 |
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written Saturday, September 10 2005 14:25
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Yeah, tipped wings give the plane an aerodynamic advantage. I think it's sharper turns or something, but to be honest, I'm really not that sure. [ Saturday, September 10, 2005 14:29: Message edited by: BainIhrno ] -------------------- Rate My Scenarios! Fort Emerald Robbery The Nephils' Defense The Fifth Tower of Magi The Portal Posts: 626 | Registered: Monday, October 25 2004 07:00 |
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written Sunday, September 11 2005 08:57
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Also if you look closely you'll notice that it is also called the 7E7 (E for efficiency). The idea I believe is that at just below the speed of sound the plane is supposed to be significantly more fuel efficient. Boeing is hoping the the 7E7 will be an alternative to the Airbus A380 because airlines will be able to cheaply run many flights between many airports rather than a few enormous flights as the A380 is intended for. -------------------- Überraschung des Dosenöffners! Posts: 627 | Registered: Monday, March 7 2005 08:00 |