Boeing’s huge 777–9 airplane takes its first flight towards FAA certification

This appeared in The Millennial Source

The world’s largest plane and longest twin-engine airliner successfully completed a test run on January 25. The plane flew for a total of three hours and 51 minutes, taking off at 10:09 AM in Everett, Washington, where Boeing’s manufacturing facility is located.

“Congratulations to our customers and #777X team on today’s safe and successful flight, the first of many for the 777X as we continue our rigorous test program,” Boeing tweeted on January 26.

The largest and most fuel efficient twin-engine commercial jet ever made

“Based on the most successful twin-aisle airplane ever, the Boeing 777, and with advanced technologies from the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, the 777X will be the largest and most fuel efficient twin-engine jet in the world, with an exceptional passenger experience,” Boeing said in a statement.

Boeing’s 777X line consists of two models, the 777–8 and the 777–9. Both lines will consume 10 percent less fuel than the competition, resulting in lower emissions as well as 10 percent lower operating costs.