It was an emotional take-off for Boeing 787 Dreamliner on September 27 as it flew from its factory in Washington, USA to Japan, the first delivery of the lightweight plane to a customer.

All Nippon Airways will be the first to put the Dreamliner into commercial operations scheduled on October 26.

With the problems and delays now in the back seat, the Boeing 787 is expected to start bring air travel to new heights. Many in the aviation industry have high expectations with the 787, particularly as it is reportedly fuel effient by as much as 20 percent.

Travellers, on the other hand, are looking forward to improvements in the jet's structure that could spell a big difference in flying experience. The Dreamliner's cabins are higher and more spacious, with larger windows with a facility for electronic tinting. Flight attendants will also have an easier time in opening and closing windows as these are centrally controlled.

The makers of Boeing assured its passengers of a smoother ride as the internal altitude for passengers will be much lower. It could also mean fewer headaches and a much more comfortable flight.

With the Dreamliner getting everyone's attention, Boeing has started to see an increase in orders for the jet. According to its website, the company taken around 821 orders from 56 companies that will require them to produce at least 10 aircrafts until 2013. This can be quite a challenge as Boeing is reportedly making two units a month at present.

With the Boeing 787 now flying, a new era in air travel has began.

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