The new Boeing 777X arrived at Dubai World Central today, ahead of the upcoming Dubai Airshow. The airplane will be on display and featured in the show's flying program starting November 14.
The 777-9 flight test airplane made a nearly 15-hour nonstop flight from Seattle's Boeing Field to Dubai, the first international flight and longest flight to date for the 777X as it continues to undergo a test program.
Building on the 777 and 787 Dreamliner families, the 777-9 will be the world's largest and most efficient twin-engine jet, delivering 10% better fuel use, emissions and operating costs than the competition.
The 777X family has a total of 351 orders and commitments from eight leading customers around the globe. First delivery of the airplane is expected in late 2023.
Spirit AeroSystems, based in Wichita, is responsible for the forward fuselage, nacelles, and struts on the Boeing 777X.
