{"id":171192,"date":"2025-01-30T13:00:57","date_gmt":"2025-01-30T13:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/?p=171192"},"modified":"2025-01-30T22:00:12","modified_gmt":"2025-01-30T22:00:12","slug":"lufthansa-will-be-first-airline-to-receive-the-boeing-777-9","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviacionaldia.com\/en\/2025\/01\/lufthansa-will-be-first-airline-to-receive-the-boeing-777-9.html","title":{"rendered":"Lufthansa Will Be First Airline to Receive the Boeing 777-9"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In an announcement that has captured the attention of the aviation industry, Lufthansa will have the honor of receiving the world\u2019s first 777-9<\/strong>, as confirmed by Brian West, Boeing\u2019s Chief Financial Officer, during the company\u2019s fourth-quarter earnings conference. This marks a significant milestone for the German airline, which becomes the launch customer for this new and advanced wide-body aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 777-9: An Aircraft with Delays and Challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 777X program has been a headache for Boeing, which initially expected to put this aircraft into service in 2021. However, a series of delays and technical issues have complicated its development. Among the main obstacles are difficulties with the GE9X engine\u2014one of the largest and most powerful ever built\u2014and changes in the relationship between Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following the 737 MAX accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2192 Boeing reported $11.8 billion loss in 2024<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, last year a new issue arose: the engine thrust brackets showed structural damage, forcing a redesign of this critical part of the aircraft. Despite these setbacks, one of the four 777X prototypes returned to the skies a few days ago, and the certification program has resumed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Certification Expected by 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boeing remains confident that it will obtain FAA type certification in time to deliver the first 777-9 to Lufthansa in 2026. The German airline has 20 firm orders for this model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 777-9 is designed as a more efficient alternative to large wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 747 and the Airbus A380. With a capacity to carry approximately 430 passengers in two classes and the ability to fly long distances, this aircraft promises to be an attractive option for airlines seeking to optimize their operations on high-traffic routes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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