Originally Posted by
HSLD
I think you're spot on, Boeing has a deep well of engineering talent and despite the 787 program setbacks it will be successful. It was a little humbling to have Joe "Father of the 747" Sutter on my flight yesterday (although great to get the Boeing swag). In a brief chat with him I was reminded of the depth of design and testing that goes on in a new airframe launch.
Speaking of Joe Sutter, I recommend: Creating the World's First Jumbo Jet and Other Adventures from a Life in Aviation
Amazon.com: 747: Creating the World's First Jumbo Jet and Other Adventures from a Life in Aviation (9780060882426): Joe Sutter, Jay Spenser: Books