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Video: ‘GE’s bet on goliath engines’

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This week’s video is about GE’s decision to manufacture massive engines for twin engine operations. Watch the video to find out how it worked out for them.

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

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  1. Which engine was selected to power the 777X wide-body?
  2. How did aviation regulatory bodies change their views on twin-engine aircraft?
  3. What decision did Brain Rowe have to make about GE’s engine development for airplanes?
  4. What was the GE90’s more impressive improvement?
  5. What’s different about the GE9X?

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GE’s Big Bet on Goliath Engines

In 1990, Brian Rowe bet $2 billion on a revolutionary jet engine design that would go on to influence three decades of propulsion. The GE90’s concept, architecture and technologies allowed for extraordinary gains in the aviation industry, culminating in the new GE9X engine for the Boeing 777X.

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Video answers: ‘Boeing’s 737 MAX test plane’

Here are the answers to last Friday’s video, enjoy!

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  1. They needed a reboot because the previous version was getting a little old and ‘long in the tooth’.
  2. It’s got new engines, split-tip winglets, airframe updates and some new technology in the cockpit.
  3. It’s 14% more efficient and 40% quieter.
  4. The test pilots fly the plane at the edge of the envelope, sometimes beyond the edge to make sure it’s safe for the flying public.
  5. They use it to take measurements of what’s happening behind the plane.

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Video: ‘Boeing’s 737 MAX test plane’

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This week’s video reports on Boeing’s 737 MAX test plane. Watch the video to find out more.

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

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  1. Why did Boeing need a reboot of the 737?
  2. What’s new about the MAX?
  3. How much more efficient is it?
  4. How do the pilots test the plane?
  5. What do they use the clear plastic tubing for?

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Step Inside Boeing’s Elaborate New 737 Test Plane | WIRED

Boeing is putting its newest plane, the 737 MAX, through a grueling series of test flights. Onboard, instead of seats and a meal service, a team of engineers captures data on its performance, and eats snacks from a cooler. Still haven’t subscribed to WIRED on YouTube?

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Video answers: ‘737 MAX preview’

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  1. It’s 14% more fuel efficient than current 737s.
  2. It comes from the engines, the winglets and cockpit systems.
  3. It can carry 12 more passengers in a two class configuration.
  4. No, it’s 8% cheaper to operate.
  5. They wanted it to be spacious, more environmentally friendly and quieter, which is what Boeing has achieved, so passengers should love it.

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Video: ‘737 MAX preview’

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With Farnborough less than a week away and the 737 MAX preparing to make its debut, here’s a video that reports on its improvements.

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

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  1. How much more fuel efficient is the MAX?
  2. Where does the saving come from?
  3. How many more passengers can the MAX 8 carry?
  4. Is it more expensive to operate?
  5. What do passengers think about the new MAX?

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MAX efficiency, MAX reliability, MAX passenger appeal – Boeing’s new 737 MAX

If you think you have seen this video before, think again! We made a change-a BIG change. Ok, it might be a small video update. BUT, it is a BIG improvement that provides MAX efficiency for our airlines. Can you find it? See why airlines love the 737 to the MAX.

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Video answers: ‘The 787’s versatility’

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  1. According to Randy, what’s unique is the number of different airlines and business models that can use the aircraft.
  2. It’s been used in short range, medium range and long range operations, and all with a variety of different business models.
  3. The air.
  4. The plane has filters that remove viruses and others that remove odours. It has a lower cabin altitude so there’s more oxygen in the air and there’s also more moisture in the air.
  5. They’re about 70% larger than competitors’ windows. There’s also no window shade because they’re electronically dimmable.

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