The story of a JetStar Boeing 787 being grounded for a months after being struck by lightning has scared those who have a fear of flying, or Aerophobia.

But with an industry as technologically advanced as aviation, what has the industry done to help minimise the risks a lightning strike presents?

Aviation expert and editor-in-chief of airlineratings.com Geoffrey Thomas joins John to share the innovations of aviation and just how dangerous a lightning strike could be while you’re in the air.

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