Boeing Pleased With Load Tests On Composite Barrel Section

Boeing yesterday said it completed a series of important tests on a composite barrel section as part of the 787’s certification process. The tests — which began late last year and were finished this week — “couldn’t have gone any better,” Boeing said. Some tests on barrel sections will continue, but...

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