The second episode of 21st Century Jet delves into the intricacies of the global supply chain built for the 777. In comparison to the structure of the 787 supply chain, it’s actually quite amazing just how straightforward it was. It also illustrates the types of challenges that can go from localized to a threat to the overall program schedule. Also discussed is the cultural relationship between the Japanese and Americans, which grew even stronger for the development of the 787. At one point in the video even asks about the future of the Japanese aircraft industry and how long it would be until they build an aircraft domestically. We see that manifested today in the MRJ.
Episode II: The Sum of Its Parts
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