Originally Posted by
MasterOfPuppets
the 787-8 is exactly the same size as the 767-300ER. It just flies to dang far. For that reason it carries to much extra weight. Put in a smaller center tank and up the max ZFW. This should add more cargo room.
The mission we need is sub 12hrs. 150,000ish pounds of fuel should suffice.
Well your wrong, the two are not the same size. This subject has been written on before so why are you spreading the myth again!
787 is wider (cabin width and exterior), longer, holds more freight, burns less fuel, and so much more than the 767. The 767 was designed from the start as a domestic coast to coast airplane while the 787 has always been an international long range design.
But this stupid myth goes back to the integration discussions so just remember this; different designs and missions from the beginning.