Thermal runaway seen in ANA 787 battery; Boeing wants test flights

The All Nippon Airways (ANA) Boeing 787 lithium ion battery that failed Jan. 16 exhibits signs of “thermal runaway,” according to Japanese investigators. Additionally, Boeing is asking US FAA to allow it to conduct 787 test flights. The Japan Transport Safety Board (JTSB) told reporters that the...

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