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Bloomberg • Julie Johnsson

Boeing 777X pushed to 2027, triggering billions in charges and fleet adjustments

Boeing's long‑delayed 777X programme has been pushed back again, with entry into service now unlikely before 2027 and Lufthansa still slated as launch operator. The slip — on a jet already six years late — will force Boeing to take 'billions' in additional charges and prompt airline fleet replanning.

2025-10-02T15:29:33.513794-07:00

Wall Street Journal

Qatar Airways inks record agreement for up to 210 Boeing 787 Dreamliner and 777X widebodies

2025-05-14T10:26:57.205106-07:00

Breitflyte

China Airlines Confirms Order for 14 Boeing 777X Jets, Including Four Freighters

2025-05-08T04:51:11.665663-07:00

The Air Current

Boeing Halts X-66 Development, Shifts Focus to Thin-Wing Technology

2025-04-24T09:54:13.526866-07:00

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Bloomberg

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Boeing 777X pushed to 2027, triggering billions in charges and fleet adjustments Boeing's long‑delayed 777X programme has been pushed back again, with entry into service now unlikely before 2027 and Lufthansa still slated as launch operator. The slip — on a jet already six years late — will force Boeing to take 'billions' in additional charges and prompt airline fleet replanning.

2025-10-02T15:29:33.513794-07:00

Boeing 777X pushed to 2027, triggering billions in charges and fleet adjustments

Aviation Week

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Emirates urges Airbus and Boeing to accelerate development of larger next‑generation widebodies Emirates president Tim Clark is pressing Airbus and Boeing to speed development of further‑stretched A350 and 777X variants — and to consider ultra‑high‑capacity twinjet designs — as the carrier phases out the A380. The move aims to secure higher seat‑capacity long‑haul options to underpin network growth.

2025-10-01T09:55:36.460478-07:00

Emirates urges Airbus and Boeing to accelerate development of larger next‑generation widebodies

Forbes

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Boeing says 777X certification and deliveries now slip to 2027, angering key customers Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg announced the certification and entry-into-service of the flagship 777X has slipped to 2027, representing another delay to the programme. The move has angered key customers already frustrated by repeated schedule slippages and pushed back expected deliveries.

2025-09-22T06:22:25.051734-07:00

Boeing says 777X certification and deliveries now slip to 2027, angering key customers

aerospaceglobalnews.com

Boeing accelerates 777X test programme as five dedicated flight-test aircraft are pressed into service Boeing is accelerating its 777X test programme, intensifying flight and ground trials across five dedicated development aircraft to hasten certification of its newest-generation widebody. The expanded campaign aims to validate systems, performance and handling ahead of regulatory approvals and customer deliveries.

2025-08-24T05:10:34.765535-07:00

Boeing accelerates 777X test programme as five dedicated flight-test aircraft are pressed into service

Aviation Week

Boeing 777‑9 Returns to Edwards AFB for Takeoff and Runway‑Performance Tests Boeing's first 777X development aircraft, the 777‑9, has returned to Edwards Air Force Base for focused takeoff and runway‑performance testing — a pivotal certification phase as the company advances the long‑delayed 777X flight campaign toward full regulatory approval and entry‑into‑service in the coming months.

2025-08-18T02:35:59.027476-07:00

Boeing 777‑9 Returns to Edwards AFB for Takeoff and Runway‑Performance Tests

Aviation24

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Cathay Pacific Exercises Options for 14 More Boeing 777-9s to Boost Premium Long-Haul Fleet Cathay Pacific has confirmed the purchase of 14 additional Boeing 777-9s as part of its 777X options, extending its fleet growth strategy amid a HK$3.7 billion H1 2025 profit. The new widebodies will underpin expanded premium long-haul services in response to robust demand.

2025-08-06T07:13:35.779611-07:00

Cathay Pacific Exercises Options for 14 More Boeing 777-9s to Boost Premium Long-Haul Fleet

Bloomberg

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Cathay Pacific flags weakening yields, posts HK$3.7B H1 profit and orders US$8B in Boeing 777-9s Cathay Pacific warned of declining airfares and an uncertain cargo outlook as it reported a HK$3.7 billion first-half profit, up modestly on stronger passenger volumes and lower fuel costs. The Hong Kong carrier also committed to 14 Boeing 777-9s, worth roughly US$8 billion, bringing its total 777-9 order book to 35.

2025-08-05T18:36:08.256264-07:00

Cathay Pacific flags weakening yields, posts HK$3.7B H1 profit and orders US$8B in Boeing 777-9s

Reuters

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Boeing Relaunches 777X Flight Campaign with 777-9’s First Hop in Nearly Five Years Boeing is set to resume flight testing of its long-delayed 777X this week, with the 777-9 expected to take to the skies for the first time in about five years. The company has activated a fifth test airframe—destined for Singapore Airlines—underscoring renewed momentum toward mid-2026 certification.

2025-08-04T17:43:18.853424-07:00

Boeing Relaunches 777X Flight Campaign with 777-9’s First Hop in Nearly Five Years

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Dive into the world of the Boeing 777X, the aerospace giant's newest marvel in wide-body commercial aviation. Our coverage brings you a comprehensive look at the 777X's journey, from groundbreaking design features like folding wingtips and powerful GE9X engines to its anticipated role in reshaping global air travel. Stay abreast of the latest test flights, certification milestones, and airline industry responses as we track the progress and performance of this next-generation airliner.