Originally Posted by sailingfun

Clearly you have not followed the problems Airbus has had in new aircraft introductions. So far the 787 has had outstanding dispatch reliability since it went into scheduled service. In fact its been much better then airbus has achieved. Yes they have having a problem with the Lithium Ion batteries made by a Japanese company. I am sure they will work it out or switch back to NiCads. The aircraft is meeting all specs for range and fuel consumption. The numbers are compelling and its going to be a game changer. Sadly my airline does not seem to want any.
Its also a aircraft built to integrate the pilot into the flying. Airbus attempts to isolate the pilot. Two very different approach but I know which one I prefer.