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Japanese plane struck by lightning

on August 29, 2007 at 11:31 pm
Posted In: Curiosity

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Stunning shot of a Japanese plane being struck by chain lightning in Osaka airport. Amazing that the aircraft itself and the people and equipment inside can survive such a hit!
More pictures after the jump.

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Slow motion

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Observe that, the ground and air bolt feeder strike at the same time.

Link & Image: coasttocoastam

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