Project Dream
Building the Boeing 787 Home Cockpit:
Project Dream was a groundbreaking initiative to construct the first-ever Boeing 787 Dreamliner full-scale flight simulator. This ambitious project, undertaken by Bernard Moerdler and his friend Daniel Mezhiborsky, involved designing and building the simulator using 3D printing, laser cutting, and woodworking techniques. The project aimed to create a realistic and immersive flight experience, replicating the intricate details of a Boeing 787 cockpit.
About the project
Project Dream was an ambitious initiative I led, along with my friend Daniel Mezhiborsky, to construct the first-ever full-scale Boeing 787 Dreamliner flight simulator. We embarked on this journey to create a realistic and immersive flight experience, replicating the intricate details of a Boeing 787 cockpit. Using advanced technologies such as 3D printing, laser cutting, and woodworking, we meticulously designed and built the simulator.
The project began with extensive planning and multiple iterations of design. Due to the lack of publicly available documentation on the exact dimensions of the Boeing 787 cockpit, we conducted our own measurements and used intuition, real-life cockpit observations, and flight simulation software models. The construction took place at our local high school and spanned over two years.
The completion of Project Dream marked a significant achievement, providing an immersive flight experience and serving as an educational tool. The project received recognition, including a Special Congressional Recognition, highlighting its innovative approach and impact on STEM education.
