Airbus and Boeing both make great aircraft. Boeing does it cheaper. If not for the subsidies to Airbus they would die. When it comes to fuel burn, the 787 Boeing Dreamliner is top dog and will be top dog for some years to come.
Right about the 787.
I worked on the plane, but waiting a few more years before being a passenger. Just to be safe...
The 797 will may get the go ahead in 2018 or 2019. I think 2024 is the goal for production.