Incredibly, it was almost a quarter of a century ago that Boeing program managers described the impending convergence of parts for construction of the first 777 at Everett, Washington, as an “aluminum avalanche.” Fast forward to 2018...
Boeing partnered with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to create a tool used to build the folding wing tip for the forthcoming 777X airplane. The wing trim and drill tool is ...
Construction on the 1.3 million-square-foot (121,000-square-meter) building continues, as it will for the next 18 months, with the roll-in of new tools and equipment.
Boeing's innovation in the flight deck continues, with the introduction of touchscreens in the 777X forward displays; a first in the air transport industry.
Wing size matters - bigger wings generate greater lift, which can improve an airplane's fuel efficiency.
Boeing announced today the completion of the firm configuration milestone for the 777-9, the first member of the 777X family to be developed.
777-8 | 777-9 | |
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List Price | $360.5 million | $388.7 million |
Market Offerability | May 2013 | May 2013 |
Program Launch | November 2013 | November 2013 |
Seats (2-class) | 350-375 | 400-425 |
Range | 8,700 nmi (16,110 km) | 7,600 nmi (14,075 km) |
Length | 70 m (229 ft) | 77 m (252 ft) |
Wingspan Extended | 72 meters | |
Wingspan On ground | 65 meters | |
Folding wing-tip | Enables 23 feet (7 meters) more span to maximize fuel efficiency | |
Interior | Larger windows, wider cabin, new lighting, new architecture | |
Configuration | Twin-aisle | |
Engine | GE9X |
Simple design enables compatibility
The 777X’s folding raked wingtip and optimized span deliver greater efficiency, significant
fuel savings and complete airport gate compatibility.
Completely optimized wingspan
The 777X's revolutionary design and composite wing make-up allow it to stretch the limits of span
beyond any competing aircraft.
The 777X will be powered by the most advanced, fuel-efficient commercial aircraft engine ever built. Designed specifically for the 777X, the all-new GE9X engine features extraordinarily efficient core technology and a composite fan optimized for the 777X
The luxurious 777X Cabin
The cabin interior of the 777X is inspired by the 787 Dreamliner and will include larger windows,
a wider cabin, new lighting and enhanced architecture.
777-8 | 777-9 | |
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Market Offerability | May 2013 | May 2013 |
Program Launch | November 2013 | November 2013 |
Passengers | 350-375 passengers | 400-425 passengers |
Range | 8,700 nautical miles (16,110 km) | 7,600 nautical miles (14,075 km) |
Wingspan In-flight | 235 feet 5 inches (71.8 meters) | |
Wingspan Folded (on ground) | 212 feet 8 inches (64.8 meters) | |
Folding wing-tip | Enables 23 feet (7 meters) more span to maximize fuel efficiency | |
Interior | Larger windows, wider cabin, new lighting, new architecture | |
Configuration | Twin-aisle | |
Engine | GE9X, supplied by GE Aviation |
Market Offerability | May 2013 |
Program Launch | November 2013 |
Passengers | 350-375 passengers |
Range | 8,700 nm (16,110 km) |
Wingspan In-flight | 235' 5" (71.8 meters) |
Wingspan Folded | 212' 8" (64.8 meters) |
Configuration | Twin-aisle |
Engine | GE9X, supplied by GE |
Market Offerability | May 2013 |
Program Launch | November 2013 |
Passengers | 400-425 passengers |
Range | 7,600 nm (14,075 km) |
Wingspan In-flight | 235' 5" (71.8 meters) |
Wingspan Folded | 212' 8" (64.8 meters) |
Configuration | Twin-aisle |
Engine | GE9X, supplied by GE |