What happens if a plane gets hit by lightning in the air?
According to Scientific American, planes receive a rigorous set of lightning certi- fication tests to ensure their safety. Passengers and crew may see a flash and hear a loud noise if lightning strikes their aircraft, or they may not even know that it has happened. The current will travel through the plane’s conductive exterior skin and structures and exit off another extremity, such as the tail. Aircrafts also
layed. Since storms can be unpredictable, pilots always err on the side of caution; however, storms must be severe for operations to shut down. Tips for flight delays or cancellations
If you think your flight may be delayed or cancelled, con-
tact your airline immediately. You can also check your carri- er’s and airport’s websites and Twitter for information about delayed flights. Should a delay cause you to possibly miss a connecting flight, contact the airline as soon as possible; this will in-
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have shielding, grounding and surge suppression devices on board to protect onboard computers and instruments from any indirect effects. The fuel system is protected by extra thick skin around the fuel tanks, and all aspects of the aircraft’s fuel system are designed and tested to withstand lightning. Planes today are well protected against lightning strikes and strikes are unlikely to affect your travel.
crease the probability of getting you on the next available flight. After all, most flights are heavily booked in the sum- mer, and the first to change their itinerary will be the first to benefit from any empty seats. Te best way to avoid prob- lems with connections is to ensure that there is at least an hour between domestic flights and four hours between con- necting international flights. Summer storms are just part of life, but rest assured that
safety always comes first. It is wise to remember this when having to deal with unwanted delays.
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