Boeing 777X Test Flights Suspended Over Engine Issue

The potential issue was discovered during a borescope inspection of a flight test engine.

Thursday, December 01, 2022 at 03:24 PM ET

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The Boeing 777X will be the largest and most fuel efficient twin-engine jet in the world, according to the manufacturer. [Credit: Boeing]

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Boeing has temporarily suspended flight testing of its 777X aircraft due to a potential technical issue with the General Electric GE9X engines.
The issue was identified during a borescope inspection of a flight test engine and further investigated after a temperature alert during engineering test runs at GE's facility.
Both Boeing and GE Aerospace are closely coordinating to thoroughly assess the engine problem, prioritizing safety, before resuming the flight test program.

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Boeing [NYSE: BA] has temporarily suspended the flight testing of the 777X pending a potential issue with the General Electric GE9X engines that power the aircraft.

“We are reviewing a technical issue that occurred during GE9X post-certification engineering testing, and we are closely coordinating with Boeing on our findings to support their return to flight testing,” GE Aerospace [NYSE: GE] said.