Originally Posted by
DanTravels
Just wondering - are any of the things that have had trouble on the 787s also used in the 748i? (New technologies, new materials, etc.)
I don't think the 7878i uses lithium ion batteries as the 787. Later deliveries of the 747-8i will include improvements to the fuel storage location and new flight management systems. Both activities seem to be unique to the 7478i and less related to the 787. The 747-8i wings and engine design however, seems to be related to the 787's design.