Boeing delays 787 Dreamliner deliveries

New Delhi: Boeing has announced a six-month delay in the initial deliveries of its 787 Dreamliner passenger jet, which has been keenly awaited by major airlines around the globe, including Air India.
The American aircraft manufacturer also delayed the first flight of its environment-friendly long range jet to late March next year. The first delivery of the 787 Dreamliner is now expected only in December 2008 instead of May 2008, pushing back schedules and induction plans of several airlines.
Air India in December 2005 had placed orders for 27 Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets as part of its mega aircraft purchase plan under which it ordered 68 aircraft from Boeing.
14/10/07 The Hindu

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