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Boeing 777-9 certification slips to early 2027 as Lufthansa expected to take launch-operator role

Boeing’s widebody 777-9, long delayed, is now expected to receive FAA certification in early 2027, according to comments from the FAA chief. Lufthansa is also expected to become the launch operator, with the program reportedly surpassing 540 777-9 aircraft.

2026-06-02T04:02:10.614759-07:00

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China Airlines unveils new Premium Economy cabin concept for its future Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet

2026-06-02T02:13:10.927606-07:00

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Icelandair to retire remaining Boeing 757s earlier—accelerating fleet transition by 2026-2027 as fuel costs rise

2026-06-01T23:57:28.968422-07:00

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MJets Air exits B737-800(BCF) deal as it pivots to widebody aircraft

2026-06-01T18:20:41.520648-07:00

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Boeing 777-9 certification slips to early 2027 as Lufthansa expected to take launch-operator role Boeing’s widebody 777-9, long delayed, is now expected to receive FAA certification in early 2027, according to comments from the FAA chief. Lufthansa is also expected to become the launch operator, with the program reportedly surpassing 540 777-9 aircraft.

2026-06-02T04:02:10.614759-07:00

Boeing 777-9 certification slips to early 2027 as Lufthansa expected to take launch-operator role

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Boeing 777X faces further FAA certification slippage as 2027 delivery risk rises Boeing’s 777X certification timeline is coming under renewed pressure, with FAA leadership suggesting approval at the start of 2027 rather than 2026 and highlighting a wider sequencing focus on 737 MAX variants first. Analysts report 777X customers are unlikely to cancel, but fresh delays could still jeopardize targeted 2027 deliveries.

2026-06-02T04:02:10.614759-07:00

Boeing 777X faces further FAA certification slippage as 2027 delivery risk rises

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China Airlines unveils new Premium Economy cabin concept for its future Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet China Airlines has unveiled a new Premium Economy cabin product aimed at its upcoming Dreamliner fleet. The announcement signals a targeted upgrade of the airline’s mid-tier offering—positioned between economy and full premium—using the Dreamliner as the platform for rollout.

2026-06-02T02:13:10.927606-07:00

China Airlines unveils new Premium Economy cabin concept for its future Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet

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Icelandair to retire remaining Boeing 757s earlier—accelerating fleet transition by 2026-2027 as fuel costs rise Icelandair will retire its remaining Boeing 757 aircraft during the winter of 2026-2027, several months earlier than previously planned. The carrier is bringing forward the end of the type as elevated fuel prices accelerate its transition to newer aircraft and reshape its network economics.

2026-06-01T23:57:28.968422-07:00

Icelandair to retire remaining Boeing 757s earlier—accelerating fleet transition by 2026-2027 as fuel costs rise

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MJets Air exits B737-800(BCF) deal as it pivots to widebody aircraft MJets Air has exited its B737-800(BCF) deal, signaling a strategic shift away from the converted 737 freighter pathway. The move reflects a broader widebody pivot for the carrier/operator, with implications for its aircraft mix and commercial positioning across charter and business aviation markets.

2026-06-01T18:20:41.520648-07:00

MJets Air exits B737-800(BCF) deal as it pivots to widebody aircraft

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Riyadh Air to receive first two Boeing 787s; targets 100-city network within five years Riyadh Air says it will take delivery of its first two Boeing 787s this week, marking the start of its widebody fleet ramp. The carrier’s stated goal is to connect 100 cities within five years of its first 787 deliveries, building a long-haul network from the outset.

2026-06-01T07:56:04.889590-07:00

Riyadh Air to receive first two Boeing 787s; targets 100-city network within five years

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Boeing Defense leader Steve Parker says BDS stabilization is translating into better customer focus and program execution Steve Parker, nearly two years into leading Boeing Defense, Space & Security, says his stabilization work is now paying off. He frames the BDS reset around two priorities—deep customer engagement and disciplined programme execution—arguing that maintaining day-to-day detail is essential to sustained delivery performance.

2026-06-01T03:31:28.940609-07:00

Boeing Defense leader Steve Parker says BDS stabilization is translating into better customer focus and program execution

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Boeing Saudi Arabia, GACA kick off AAM airspace and operations feasibility analysis with SkyGrid and KAUST Boeing Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) have moved from MoU to action, with SkyGrid launching an AAM Airspace and Operational Feasibility Analysis. The effort is framed to support advanced air mobility operational planning alongside KAUST.

2026-06-01T01:42:03.668038-07:00

Boeing Saudi Arabia, GACA kick off AAM airspace and operations feasibility analysis with SkyGrid and KAUST

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Boeing 777-9 certification slips to early 2027 as Lufthansa expected to take launch-operator role

China Airlines unveils new Premium Economy cabin concept for its future Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet

Icelandair to retire remaining Boeing 757s earlier—accelerating fleet transition by 2026-2027 as fuel costs rise

MJets Air exits B737-800(BCF) deal as it pivots to widebody aircraft

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