[t6dpilot]

Weave and flex eh? According to what I have read, the Airbus A300 series aircraft are manufactured using 25% composite materials. This used to be just for non-structural areas, but are being used for structural areas now - vertical stabilizer and wing attachment box are two examples. They are being used because they are lighter and can create a smoother surface - better fuel efficiency and airflow. Yes, I know that composites have been used to great success for years in the experimental category aircraft. Actually, they have revolutionized the aircraft industry to a large degree. But I believe that their use in commercial airliner is relatively new.

I recently received a white paper of sorts that described this in detail and related their use as being faults (vertical stabilizer) in several high profile Airbus crashes. And this includes being a possible failure point in the AF447 crash recently. Not sure that I should post it here, so will hold off for the time being. I would love to hear from Fingpilot, MFFAF, and others who are extremely knowledgeable in this industry. I always enjoy and respect your very informative and well thought out posts.