Boeing 787 Dreamliner Takes First Test Flight

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Boeing 787 Dreamliner Takes First Test Flight

Stephen Brashear

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - DECEMBER 15: A Boeing 787 Dreamliner is seen after its long-waited first flight December 15, 2009 at Boeing Field In Seattle, Washington. The much delayed Dreamliner is made of a plastic composite material that can save up to 20 percent in fuel costs. (Photo by Stephen Brashear/Getty Images)