Boeing 777-9 wins FAA TIA Phase 4B approval, unlocking key flight tests toward 2026 certification and 2027 delivery.
Boeing 777X
The Boeing 777X certification program entered a major new phase after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) formally approved Phase 4A Type Inspection Authorization testing for the Boeing 777-9.
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