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Old Jun 1, 2009, 7:23 am
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Zorro
 
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Malta
Programs: LH HON, BA Gold, Bonvoy LT Titanium
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What exactly happens when lightning strikes a plane?

Many years ago I flew from TYO to SIN on a 747 when we were hit by lightning several times in a row. There was a tremendous bang, all electric function ceased, pitch black cabin, and after a few seconds (2? or 10?) the plane rebooted. This happened three times in short succession, and the IFE never recovered, seemed fried. Glad it was only the IFE!

Is it possible that the reboot/restart malfunctioned?

Any experts?
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