I know it’s already Monday in Asia, but add this to your reading list. The Seattle Times has published a lengthy look at the crash impact and fire characteristics of the 787’s composite fuselage, a piece has been in the works for several years. The article includes some interesting new information about the evolution of the structure of the aircraft and its progressive crumple design in the lower portions of the aircraft, along with the concerns raised throughout the aircraft’s design.
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This post originally appeared at Flightglobal.com from 2007 to 2012.