More Problems with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Boeing was one the luxury aircraft brand of choice of many airlines worldwide. However, the aircraft company has been experiencing a number of problems with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, its flagship aircraft, which have sullied the company’s reputation and allowed its major competitor, Airbus, to take a large chunk of Boeing’s market share.

The problems began with reports of fires breaking out on brand new Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, which were suspected to have been caused by faulty batteries. As a consequence, many Boeing 787 Dreamliners were not allowed to be flown which an investigation into the problem was being undertaken.

The latest problem identified with the aircraft, is related to its fire extinguisher system, after a wiring defect was discovered in the fire extinguisher systems on three Boeing 787′s operated by Japanese airline All Nippon Airways.

This is obviously particularly concerning, given that there is now a fault which causes fires to erupt, and another fault which may undermine the ability to extinguish such fires.

The aircraft manufacturer has undertaken to investigate the matter and to take steps to resolve it, but the damage may already be done in the sense that the issue is likely to have placed another nail in Boeing’s coffin, and will make it more difficult for the company to salvage its reputation and regain lost market share.

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