When Boeing first considered extensive use of structural composites on the 787 Dreamliner, its engineers knew intuitively the epoxy/carbon fiber matrices would reduce weight significantly, allowing fuel savings and extended flying range. .............................. Hmmmmmmm? No wonder the Russians and Chinese ordered them. A little reverse engineering potential?
Not much of an aviation expert, but will this be a better alternative for airlines than the new Airbus behemoth that doesn’t even work right?