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Reuters • Dan Catchpole

Boeing 777X Test Flights Resume After Thrust Link Issue

Boeing has resumed test flights for the 777X after resolving critical thrust link issues. The testing pause, initiated in August 2024, was due to challenges with the engine's mounting structure, but the aircraft has now returned to the skies for certification trials.

2025-01-16T19:06:04.203598-08:00

Aviation Week

Boeing Resumes 777X Certification Flights with Functional Check on 777-9

2025-01-14T14:00:36.143471-08:00

AeroTime

Air Canada and Lufthansa Boost Airbus Orders, Enhancing Fleets

2024-12-20T06:37:00.394422-08:00

Reuters

China Airlines Places $11.9B Order for Boeing 777Xs and Airbus A350s

2024-12-19T01:24:57.236731-08:00

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Boeing 777X Test Flights Resume After Thrust Link Issue Boeing has resumed test flights for the 777X after resolving critical thrust link issues. The testing pause, initiated in August 2024, was due to challenges with the engine's mounting structure, but the aircraft has now returned to the skies for certification trials.

2025-01-16T19:06:04.203598-08:00

Boeing 777X Test Flights Resume After Thrust Link Issue

Aviation Week

Boeing Resumes 777X Certification Flights with Functional Check on 777-9 Boeing plans to conduct a functional check flight for the third 777-9 test aircraft, signaling a restart in the certification process for the 777X program. This marks a critical phase for Boeing as they advance towards certifying their latest wide-body aircraft.

2025-01-14T14:00:36.143471-08:00

Boeing Resumes 777X Certification Flights with Functional Check on 777-9

AeroTime

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Air Canada and Lufthansa Boost Airbus Orders, Enhancing Fleets Air Canada has placed a firm order for five additional Airbus A220-300s, marking continued expansion of its fleet. Concurrently, Lufthansa Group has ordered five more A350-1000s, reinforcing its commitment to fleet modernization and sustainability goals. These orders underline robust demand for Airbus aircraft in the commercial aviation sector.

2024-12-20T06:37:00.394422-08:00

Air Canada and Lufthansa Boost Airbus Orders, Enhancing Fleets

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China Airlines Places $11.9B Order for Boeing 777Xs and Airbus A350s China Airlines has committed to renewing its long-haul fleet with an order split between Boeing and Airbus, acquiring 10 Boeing 777-9s, 10 Airbus A350-1000s, and 4 Boeing 777-8F freighters. The deal, valued at up to $11.85 billion, supports their strategic fleet expansion and operational efficiency goals.

2024-12-19T01:24:57.236731-08:00

China Airlines Places $11.9B Order for Boeing 777Xs and Airbus A350s

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Boeing Restarts Production of 737, 767, and 777 After Strike Ends Boeing has resumed manufacturing its 737, 767, and 777 aircraft models following a seven-week machinists' strike in the Pacific Northwest. The production restart marks a significant step in returning to full operations at Boeing's facilities in Everett and Renton, Washington.

2024-12-17T20:07:18.205752-08:00

Boeing Restarts Production of 737, 767, and 777 After Strike Ends

Air Data News

Boeing 777X Test Fleet Grounded Since August Due to Engine Thrust Link Cracks Boeing's 777-9 widebody test fleet has been inactive for four months due to cracks found in engine thrust links of one aircraft. The grounding impacts the timeline for certifications and potential market entry, adding pressure to Boeing's widebody program amidst ongoing aerospace challenges.

2024-12-16T02:03:19.175645-08:00

Boeing 777X Test Fleet Grounded Since August Due to Engine Thrust Link Cracks

Aviation Week

Turkish Airlines CFO Details Fleet Strategy Amid 777X Delays Murat Seker, Turkish Airlines CFO, discusses the carrier's fleet expansion strategy and challenges due to Boeing 777X delays. Insights were shared during Turkish Airlines' inaugural flight from Istanbul to Sydney via Kuala Lumpur.

2024-12-03T17:24:34.991597-08:00

Turkish Airlines CFO Details Fleet Strategy Amid 777X Delays

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British Airways Reveals Concorde-Inspired A380 First Class Launching 2026 British Airways has unveiled its new A380 First Suites inspired by the Concorde, set to launch in mid-2026. The cabin design focuses on modern British luxury, offering 36.5-inch wide seats that convert into 79-inch beds, mood lighting, a 32-inch 4K monitor, and enhanced privacy features.

2024-11-25T13:05:39.185547-08:00

British Airways Reveals Concorde-Inspired A380 First Class Launching 2026

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