Take a tour of the largest airplane factory (photos)

by Andy Smith  |  June 20, 2011  |  Image 12 of 20

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A 787 airframe rests outside the factory's doors. The blocks hanging below the wings simulate the weight of the engines, to keep the wings from flexing up.

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Seems they've loosened up a bit.
Last time I took that tour, cameras were verboten. Thanks for sharing.
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21st Jun 2011
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