But despite the many setbacks, the company continues to move full speed ahead with new versions of its fuel-efficient composite Dreamliner.

The current model, the 787-8, made its first flight in December 2009 and after being grounded earlier this year due to a pair of battery related fire/melting events, more than 70 are flying the skies with airlines around the world. The next version, the slightly longer 787-9 has finally made its public debut and is expected to make its first flight soon.