We’ve got a second video podcast now up and running on our newairplane.com site.
This new “Webisode” continues the story of how Boeing is revolutionizing flight. And this one goes a little more in-depth about the “wow factor” of the 787 Dreamliner – as we lead up to the first airplane rollout and first flight later this year.
Click on the image to go directly to the newairplane site, and then view or download “Welcome Aboard.”
My colleague Blake Emery points out in the video, “We literally designed an airplane so that when people walked in .. we wanted them to say, ‘wow.’” And we think that’s going to happen when passengers experience the spacious and inviting interior architecture. It’s something that says to you, “welcome aboard,” and creates a feeling of openness and calm.
How else will the Dreamliner affect you? You’ll encounter soft LED lighting that simulates the changes in daylight through the hours of your flight – easing you through time zones and the organic life cycles of nature. And with the largest windows of any commercial airplane, it makes every seat a “window seat.”
We’re going to continue the series with Episode 3 next month, and a look at the 787s air filtration, smoother ride, and lower cabin altitude – all designed to make you feel better while you travel.
So, all together now, let’s say, “Wow!”
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Comments (6)
That looks sweet! I can tell that your people are excited about the new plane. Blake's excitement is especially evident.
Apart from the video available at your website are you guys planning on having documentaries made about the development process for the 787? I watched the specials about the A380 and bought the DVDs from Discovery.com and would love to do the same for the 787.
I'd also like to take the opportunity to thank you for making this blog. Enjoy your upcoming retirement and please know that whomever follows you will have big shoes to fill!
Posted on April 16, 2007 18:40
Saw this podcast a couple of days ago. Fantastic stuff!
I sure hope that as with the 777, Karl Sabbagh or Boeing document the 787 from inception to customer delivery.
Podcasting is surely the way forward, and with all things new on the 787, theres no better way to celebrate its success.
Three cheers, and keep up the hard and good work!
Posted on April 17, 2007 08:54
Podcasting... Wow. Boeing really is cutting-edge. Who'd have thought even a couple of years ago that this would be an avenue for reaching the end-user for your airplanes? I continue to be amazed at Boeing's depth and understanding of its customer base.
Kudos on brilliant corporate leadership!
Posted on April 18, 2007 08:09
I finally took the Boeing Factory tour and was impressed with the mock up of the 787 in the Future of Flight museum. I did say "wow" when I walked into the 787 cabin. I can't wait to ride the real thing.
Posted on April 18, 2007 11:06
I just wanted to express my appreciation for this Blog and the wonderful insight it has given me into the operations of BCA.
I also want to wish you the best for your "retirement"(if that is the appropriate word!) and for your future endeavours.
It certainly must be a hugely exciting time for all at Boeing at the moment and all I have to do now is conjure up a way to be at the 787 rollout!
Posted on April 18, 2007 17:06
Everything Boeing is bringing to market is endowed with...how shall I put it...enhanced dihedral.
When I trained, dihedral--the angle between the wings and lateral axis--was good for stability and rudder authority, but bad for efficiency. Since efficiency was the 787 and 747-8's holy grail, why not reduce dihedral for more efficiency? Engineering could always restore stability via software.
Posted on April 19, 2007 11:40
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