Mar 31 2017

Graham Welcomes First Flight Of New Boeing 787-10

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) attended the first flight of the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner today in Charleston and released the following statement.

“This is a huge day for South Carolina. The Boeing 787-10 prototype – completely made in South Carolina – took to the air today ahead of schedule and under budget.

“What a statement and tribute to the Boeing South Carolina workforce. To all those in the Boeing family, today is your reward as well.”

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Background: The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner is the newest in the line of 787 aircraft and was built entirely by Boeing South Carolina.