Well There‘s Your Problem Episode 179: The Boeing 777X
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Apr 25, 2025 Join Maya Ventura, a creative voice who transformed a parasocial connection into a podcast spotlight, as she dives into the curiosities of the Boeing 777X. They unpack the chaotic intersection of gender and aviation, laugh about absurd governance, and share quirky tales from Boeing's storied past. With humor, they compare the MD-11 and Boeing 777 while dissecting design challenges and the competitive air landscape. Maya spices up the conversation with her unique insights, making for a lively exploration of modern aviation dynamics.
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777X Symbolizes Boeing's Struggle
- Boeing's 777X development is a costly, delayed project causing financial strain.
- The plane represents Boeing's struggles to compete and innovate in modern aviation.
Steel Industry in Decline
- British integrated steelmaking faces collapse due to high electricity costs and aging plants.
- Government intervention may protect jobs but restarting blast furnaces is risky and costly.
MD-11 Failure Contrasts 777 Success
- The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 was a design and operational failure impacting the company's fate.
- Its performance issues contrasted with Boeing's successful 777, influencing the industry.