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Old 3rd Mar 2008, 08:35
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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
Good Neighbor
30% quieter

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