Boeing's 787 Dreamliner Makes Its Maiden Flight

787 Dreamliner
Kevin P. Casey / AFP / Getty Images

Celebration
Boeing employees gather in Everett as the first Dreamliner is delivered to the customer, All Nippon Airlines, September 26, 2011. The release of the plane was delayed for three years by political battles and supplier problems.

Get the Latest Photos from Time.com
Get TIME photos and pictures of the week delivered directly to your inbox.