Boeing is preparing to resume certification flight tests for its long-delayed 777X aircraft as early as this month.
According to an Aviation Week report, Boeing is set to conduct a test flight on its third 777-9 aircraft as early as January 15.
Boeing to Resume 777X Test Flights
Certification flight tests will continue now that the company has resolved its labor disruptions and corrected engine issues.
Key Takeaways:
- Boeing is preparing to resume certification flight tests for its long-delayed 777X aircraft as early as January 15, following a halt since August due to engine thrust link failures and a machinists strike.
- The 777X program has faced significant setbacks and technical issues since its introduction in 2013, pushing its planned entry into service from 2020 to 2026, a six-year delay.
- Amidst the 777X delays, Boeing announced in October 2024 that it would lay off approximately 10% of its workforce by January 2025 as part of structural changes to remain competitive.
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