FAA clears major 777-9 certification test phase, says Boeing
Stephanie Pope says TIA 4B authorization unlocks the largest remaining portion of FAA-supervised testing, although regulators now point to certification in 2027
Boeing 777-9
Boeing 777-9 certification slips into 2027, FAA chief suggests
Lufthansa is expected to become the launch operator of the long-delayed widebody, which has accumulated more than 540 orders
Lufthansa’s production Boeing 777-9 completes initial flight
The aircraft took off from Everett and still displays the standard green protective coating
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Milestone allows start of new round of flight and ground evaluations for largest twinjet
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Boeing secures initial FAA and EASA approval for 777-9 simulators
Certification of training devices marks progress for program years behind schedule after technical setbacks and tighter regulatory scrutiny
Boeing targets April first flight for production 777X
Lufthansa aircraft to support certification testing ahead of planned first delivery
Boeing flags new GE9X durability issue as 777-9 certification continues
Manufacturer says new engine finding is not expected to delay first deliveries of the long-delayed widebody, currently targeted for 2027