A Boeing 787 Dreamliner was struck by lightning over Puget Sound,Washington last month,according to program manager Scott Fancher.The aircraft was on a test flight at the time of the strike.The plane's systems,fuselage and wings checked out O.K. following the strike.A fifth test 787 recently made its maiden flight from Paine Field in Everett,Washington.The test pilot described its performance as "smooth and excellent."
The Dreamliner is now two and a half years behind schedule.The first airliner built from composite materials,the fuel-efficient jet will soon be in production,however, at plants worldwide.Extensive testing is required for the 787 to obtain FAA certification,and so far there have been no issues with the test flights.
The Dreamliner is also seen as an engine for job-creation and sustenance.
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