How Much Can The Boeing 787’s Wings Flex?

Have you ever noticed the wing flex of a Boeing 787 Dreamliner? Whether you are flying on one and sitting over the wing or just planespotting nearby an airport, you would notice that the Dreamliner wing flexes by several feet, particularly at high angles of attack (during takeoff). Do you know how much it can actually flex and the reason behind the functionality? This article delves deeper into why and by how much the 787 Dreamliner wing can flex.