Originally Posted by
flyinsikh
http://www.travelweekly.com.au/news/...elbourne-plans
AI could really capitalise on this as if this is true AI will be the first airline to operate B787 into Australia & MEL, similar to the hype generated by SQ in 2008 with the first commercial flight of the A380 between SIN-SYD in the world.....
I beg to differ. The hype about the A380 was essentially because it was a whole new paradigm in civ-aviation - A truly "double decker" aircraft. While B787 is "different" due to its composite structure and what have you, it isn't that much of a standout to the average punter as the A380 is.
B787 is essentially a B767 replacement. Sure FTers and a lot moer ANetters will be eager to be on that first commercial flight (then again, it will only be the first commercial flight into Australia - not the first commercial flight in the world - as was the case with A380); but I don't see it as being that much of a water shed event. Also bear in mind, SQ launched their new business and Suites classes on the inaugural A380; generating more hype.