Listed upgrades are: HF DataLink, EFB Provisions, Multifunction displays, new FMC’s, Tabber control device and electronic checklists. It will be a common rating with the -400 requiring 2-3 days of classroom/CBT.
787 and 777 functionality and operational commonality
787 technology
Most advanced engines
Interior architecture
Flight-deck features
Advanced materials
Wing design
777 technology
Advanced alloys
Flight-deck features
747-8 design
Increases capacity and range
Adds aerodynamic performance
Improves passenger appeal
Increases operational commonality
Compared to the -400
51 more seats and 28% more revenue cargo
8,000-nmi (14,815-km) range
16% lower fuel costs per seat
12% lower seat-mile costs
Utilizes today’s infrastructure
New innovative interior features
QC2 noise guaranteed
747 commonality
Highest efficiency quad
7% better aerodynamically
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30% quieter
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