February 2011
Volume 09, Issue 09
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COMMERCIAL AIRPLANES

The magic of flight

The new Boeing Sky Interior for the Next-Generation 737 has its roots in the innovative cabin designed for the 787 Dreamliner and will reconnect passengers with all the best experiences associated with flying.

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The magic of flight Ed Turner/Boeing

A burning issue

Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration took a collaborative approach when an adhesive used in all commercial airplanes over the past two decades did not perform up to flammability requirements.

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A burning issueJessica Oyanagi/Boeing

Safe passage

Moving large pieces of tooling, cargo and airplane structures around the sprawling Everett, Wash., site can be dangerous, so safety is always a priority. It’s why a group of employees at the site, some of whom drive very big equipment, took the initiative to produce a video to help spread the safety message.

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Safe passage BOB FERGUSON/BOEING

Simple success

South Africa’s Comair has been in operation for more than 65 years -- and every one has been profitable. It also has enjoyed a long relationship with Boeing and operates 737s, with more on order. Comair’s brands are based on simplicity and value, according to its chief executive.

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