Daily Memo: Boeing Continues Set-Up For 777-9 ETOPS Tests Despite Authorization Delays

Guy Norris October 21, 2026
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Despite increasing signs that initial deliveries of the Boeing 777-9 might slip further into 2027 on the back of delays to ETOPS (extended range twin operations) testing, the manufacturer is doing all it can to prepare for the campaign. Boeing itself flagged the hold up in September when Kelly...
Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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