The stretched, re-engined 777 successor. Repeated delays have pushed certification and entry-into-service; launch operator expected to be Lufthansa.
Boeing
Boeing 777-9
ICAO:
B779 First flight2026
Typical seats384-426
Range13,500 km
Engines2× GE9X
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