B787 Wing Flex Needs a Little Getting Used To

[Caravelle]

When the B787 comes into operation, its wing flex during take-offs and landings may take some getting use to for the unacquainted. The flex is I believe a result of the light composite materials used. While I'm sure that this is safe and has been extensively tested, it may seem a little disconcerting for first time B787 passengers.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qV8tJYJDIg (0:41)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgdympirT8I

It is a little unsettling to read - "The first flights of prototype aircraft were delayed after a weakness was discovered where the fuselage and wings join. Boeing engineers say that this area of the fuselage was reinforced, resolving the problem".

(6th paragraph) http://www.aviationtrivia.info/Boeing-787.php

[Kyo]

Yep, saw the ANA trials in Dec and actually, I'm still keen on trying the 787. As long as they follow the bamboo philosophy, I'm cool - Bamboo Philosophy: Be like the bamboo, bend but don't break with the wind...

[Caravelle]

I'm trying very hard to be rational here and not allow the sight to unsettle me but I reckon even I will take some time getting reassured, especially on a very bumpy flight when the wings "flutter".