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USA Update Dreamliner completes crucial test flight. How big a deal?

The FAA still needs to approve the results of the test flight and certify the battery system. Boeing's 787 Dreamliner has been grounded since mid-January because of smoldering batteries.

By Staff writer / April 5, 2013

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Boeing’s troubled 787 Dreamliner passenger aircraft flew a crucial test flight Friday, one that could help determine whether the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) gives it the go-ahead to resume commercial service.