The Boeing 787 Dreamliner made its inaugural commercial flight with paying passengers from Hong Kong to Tokyo, marking a significant milestone for the aircraft.
Known as the world's first "plastic" airliner, the 787 is comprised of 50% composite materials, distinguishing it from other commercial jets.
The aircraft boasts improved efficiency, consuming 20% less fuel and releasing 20% fewer carbon emissions compared to its competitors.
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner lifted off on Wednesday for the first time with paying passengers on board, marking a milestone many years in the making for the world’s first “plastic” airliner.
The jet, owned and operated by All Nippon Airways, carried 240 passengers from Hong Kong to Tokyo, a trip that some passengers paid as much as $30,000 for at auction.
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