Boeing Begins Build-Up To 777-9 ETOPS Flight Tests

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Credit: Boeing
Boeing has flown the 777-9 that will be used in the upcoming extended range twin operations (ETOPS) test campaign, marking a key step toward final certification of the large twinjet. The aircraft, line number 1728, made its initial flight from the company’s Everett, Washington, facility on July 24....
Guy Norris

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