The 777-9 has landed at KeflavÃk International Airport in Iceland for the first time, marking the 10th country in its international flight-test campaign. The visit focuses on crosswind testing as the aircraft continues its evaluation programme ahead of its planned first delivery in 2027.
Boeing 777-9
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