A software vulnerability in boeings new 787 dreamliner jet has the potential to cause pilots to lose control of the aircraft, possibly in. The delay of the 787, which has not yet flown, is costing boeing and its. After dropping its sonic cruiser project, boeing announced the conventional 7e7 on january 29, 2003, focused on efficiency. Honeywell flight controls help ensure smooth ride for.
This research was to determine the set of variables that affect control delay at signalized intersection. Sidra and transyt7f, the widely used capacity software which determine the delay based on hcm methods was utilized in this study. The company announced the first of five delays to its delivery date in september 2007, blaming a shortage of bolts and problems with flight control software. Adding to its commercial segment woes, the dow jones aerospace giant is expected to slash the 787 dreamliners monthly output by about half from 14 at the start of the year to a singledigit rate. Boeing stock is resilient after reports of 787 dreamliners. The 787 airplane was the first boeing program to deploy the exostar supply chain management solution, which uses e2open software to. Less than a week later, mike bair, the 787 program manager was replaced. Boeing 787s problems blamed on outsourcing, lack of. Brake software latest threat to boeing 787 reuters. Federal aviation administration on wednesday said it was mandating new flight control software and parts to boeing cos 787. Oct 23, 2019 boeing 777x delays continue the boeing 777x was supposed to have its first test flight this past summer, though that ended up being pushed into 2020. May 01, 2015 a software vulnerability in boeings new 787 dreamliner jet has the potential to cause pilots to lose control of the aircraft, possibly in midflight, federal aviation administration officials. Federal aviation administration on wednesday said it was mandating new flight control software and parts to boeing cos 787 dreamliner to address what it called an unsafe operating. Boeing stock falls as ceo warns while narrowbody, widebody.
The same flight control software and hardware that will be on first 787 is now running in a simulator, he said. The 787 has a flybywire control system similar in architecture to that of the boeing 777. Delays in boeings 737 max and 777x could weigh on stock. The pfcs automatically control pitch to maintain a relatively constant flight path. The 787 is a veritable showcase for the latest technology from u. Using the statespace representation, you can create accurate open or closedloop models of control systems with delays and analyze their stability and performance without approximation. The faa discovered more problems and a doj probe expands beyond the max. Automobiles have implemented yawstopping stability control systems for. Many processes involve dead times, also referred to as transport delays or time lags. Initial deliveries are being pushed back by six months. The us air safety authority has issued a warning and maintenance order over a software bug that causes a complete electric shutdown of boeings 787 and potentially loss of control of the. Boeings 787 dreamliner has suffered numerous electrical system flaws beyond the battery problems that led to its current grounding, according to engineers with knowledge of the situation. In the latest of a long line of problems plaguing boeings 787 dreamliner.
Boeing 787 software bug could cause loss of control close. Quote, profile, research, stock buzz 787 dreamliner is the latest problem holding back the new planes first test flight, the troubled programs chief said. Meanwhile, engineers continue to look for ways to cut the planes weight. Jan 21, 20 unlike boeings earlier aircraft, in which boeing played the traditional role of integrating and assembling different parts and subsystems produced by its suppliers, the 787s supply chain is. Aero updating 787 airplane software configurations. Honeywell flight controls help ensure smooth ride for boeing. The project is billions of dollars over budget and three years behind schedule. Boeing 777x delays continue the boeing 777x was supposed to have its first test flight this past summer, though that ended up being pushed into 2020. But that date is far behind the original, following.
Farnborough reuters verifying software in the brake control system of boeings ba. Faa mandates changes to boeing 787 dreamliner flightaware. Unlike boeings earlier aircraft, in which boeing played the traditional role of integrating and assembling different parts and subsystems produced by its suppliers, the 787s supply chain is. The flight deck features multifunction lcds, which use an industrystandard graphical user interface widget toolkit cockpit display system interfaces to user systems arinc 661. If the jtar process goes smoothly and the software fix for the flight control software is accepted, the 737 max could be flying again by august. May 01, 2015 the us air safety authority has issued a warning and maintenance order over a software bug that causes a complete electric shutdown of boeings 787 and potentially loss of control of the. Boeing 787 software bug can shut down planes generators. The first flight of the new composite airliner has been plagued by delays for nearly two. While boeing said the delays would not lower the companys earnings for this. Modern airplanes have replaced heavier and slower mechanical flight systems with digital flight control systems that consist of electronicallygenerated signals. Faa mandates changes to boeing 787 dreamliner reuters. So, yes, integers are used, and integer overflow must be considered. The 787 s problems date to the concepts introduction more than a. Feb 25, 2014 the 787 fills a void for many airlines, giving them a longhaul, widebody airplane with a lower operating cost, negroni says.
Boeing 787 delays cast hard light on outsourcing airwise news. Boeings huge 787 dreamliner could see its engines shut down if it is. Boeing 787 dreamliner joins auto industry in use of stability control systems use same sensors, similar microcontrollers. On october 10, 2007, a second threemonth delay to the first flight and a sixmonth delay to first deliveries was announced due to supply chain problems, a lack of documentation from overseas suppliers, and flight guidance software delays. Boeing delays 777x deliveries until 2021 one mile at a time. The us federal aviation administration faa has issued a new airworthiness directive pdf for boeings 787 because a software bug shuts down the planes electricity generators every 248 days. Honeywells flight control computer, with more than 1. On jets before the 787, bce integrated components from many different suppliers so.
Part shortages, labor strikes, flight control software issues, and redesign efforts prompted by excess weight have also contributed to delays that have extended development by at least two years. The first of the 787s, originally meant to fly last summer, has been held back by three major production delays due to parts shortages and incomplete work from. Oct 11, 2007 boeing is delaying delivery of its 787. Jul 15, 2008 verifying software in the brake control system of boeings 787 dreamliner is the latest problem holding back the new planes first test flight, the troubled programs chief said. Boeing is delaying delivery of its 787 the new york times. Verifying software in the brake control system of boeings 787 dreamliner is the latest problem. The new asot allows airlines to configure and manage a number of selectable software options on the 787. Controlling such processes is challenging because delays cause linear phase shifts that limit the control bandwidth and affect closedloop stability. Boeing 787 dreamliner rolls out smoother ride with gust. For more information, please contact susan tankersley. This was due to ongoing engine issues with the plane, and then there was a further issue during one of the last certification tests before the first flight, where a door blew off during a stress test. Boeing 787 power issue to receive software fix avionics.
Subsequent delays also have been linked to problems with suppliers, slow assembly and a strike by its own employees that shut down seattlearea plants for 58 days in 2008. If the plane is left turned on for 248 days, it will go into a. Commercial airline customers are accustomed to flight delays but two. Boeing 787 dreamliners contain a potentially catastrophic. Earlier this week, boeing announced yet another now the seventh delay in the delivery schedule for its first 787 dreamliner, pushing.
May 01, 2015 boeings huge 787 dreamliner could see its engines shut down if it is left running for too long, because of a software glitch. The first flight of the new composite airliner has been plagued by delays for nearly two years, and now the seattle times says a. Electronics outsourcing weakened boeings control over 787s. Boeing 787 software bug could cause loss of control. The program was launched on april 26, 2004, with an order for 50 from all nippon airways ana, targeting a 2008 introduction. There are two flight control surfaces lock switches located on the overhead panel for locking out the flight control surfaces on the tail and wings. Adding to its commercial segment woes, the dow jones aerospace giant is expected to slash the 787 dreamliners monthly output by about half from 14 at. Faa directive enshrines changes to boeing 787 dreamliner. Boeing 787 software bug can shut down planes generators in. Boeing announces the first of many production delays, starting with a shortage of bolts and problems with flight control software. Boeing 787 delays cast hard light on outsourcing airwise.
A nightmare delay for the boeing 787 dreamliner wired. Apparently it wasnt correctly handled in this case, but that doesnt mean it would be a good idea to start writing flight control software using nondeterministic bigint libraries. The first flight of the new composite airliner has been plagued by delays for nearly two years, and now the seattle times says a structural design flaw means the first flight may not happen until next year. Bair said its a horse race whether the flight control system and software or the lack of documentation and travel work has caused more of the.
Boeing delays deliveries of 787 the new york times. The 787 systems, including the turbulence taming software, are all being tested at boeings labs in seattle in preparation for the jets first real flight in september. Jul 12, 20 real 737 pilot flies xplane 11 zibo 737800 part 1 preflight, start, taxi, takeoff. Boeings profits could decline if 787 manufacturing quality control problems heighten the push by the faa and other global regulators.
The boeing 787 dreamliner is a widebody airliner manufactured by boeing commercial airplanes. May 01, 2015 the us federal aviation administration faa has issued a new airworthiness directive pdf for boeings 787 because a software bug shuts down the planes electricity generators every 248 days. The 787 fills a void for many airlines, giving them a longhaul, widebody airplane with a lower operating cost, negroni says. Boeing announces the first of many production delays, starting with a shortage of bolts and problems with flightcontrol software. Dec 10, 2007 the same flight control software and hardware that will be on first 787 is now running in a simulator, he said. Software bug could cause boeing 787s to lose control in.
The implication is that this is different software in a different control. Bad news keeps coming for boeings 787 dreamliner program. Part of a broad handoff of control to airplanesystems suppliers, the move was intended to cut boeings costs. Boeing 787 designed for passenger comfort business.
The 787 has a record number of orders and a design seen as a gamechanger for the commercial airplane industry. Electronics outsourcing weakened boeings control over 787. Boeing 787 delays cast hard light on outsourcing reuters. Boeings 787 dreamliner isnt the only product to employ smoother ride technology. The boeing airplane health management ahm system gives airlines the. The flight control lock switches are for use by maintenance personnel to prevent surface movement when working on or in the area of the control surfaces. Whats causing huge delays for the boeing 787 dreamliner. But it is also the product of an unusual confederation of manufacturers from. The federal aviation administration faa issued a warning about boeings 787 dreamliner, saying that a software glitch in the jets systems could suddenly shut all electrical power to the plane. October 4, 2012 general electric recommends new inspections of its genx engines, used on some boeing 747 and 787 aircraft, following the failure of an engine on a 747 operated by air bridge.
Boeings huge 787 dreamliner could see its engines shut down if it is left running for too long, because of a software glitch. Sep 6th, 2007 new york ap analysts said thursday that delays in flight testing will probably keep boeing co. Analysts say delays in flight testing may put the jets behind schedule, which could hurt the airplane makers profits. Airlines will be able to update specific software options, generate and manage lsaps, and request fcom updates without boeing service bulletins. The 787 dreamliner at the boeing everett, washington state, final assembly factory in july 2007 the wall street journal says today that officials said on wednesday oct 10, 2007 that the first dreamliner which was covered in a shiny coat and unveiled on july 8th before a crowd of more than 15,000 invited guests was a shambles beneath the surface. Boeing 787 software problem could lead planes to fall out of the sky. The pfcs provide pitch compensation by utilizing control surface commands to minimize airplane pitch responses to thrust changes, configuration changes gear, flap, speedbrake, turbulence, and turns up to 30 of bank. Honeywell takes systems integration to a new level on 787. Boeing is working on a software upgrade that will address the problems, the faa says. The 787 airplane was the first boeing program to deploy the exostar supply chain management solution, which uses e2open software to oversee the complete order life cycle and returns process, while also tracking planning schedules, consumption and managing replenishment for the boeing partnermanaged inventory program.
446 314 363 1034 1167 1463 923 1356 1202 77 437 680 1253 161 1204 1280 1345 435 647 350 234 295 257 1207 1287 473 1158 329 421