Boeing 777X arrives at Dubai Airshow for international debut

The new Boeing 777X has arrived at Dubai World Central ahead of the upcoming Dubai Airshow.

The aircraft will be on static display and featured in the show's flying programme, which starts on 14^th November and ends on 18^th.

The 777-9 flight test aircraft made a nearly 15-hour nonstop flight from Seattle's Boeing Field to Dubai, its first international flight and longest flight to date for the as it continues to undergo its test programme.

Building on the best of the 777 and 787 Dreamliner families, the 777-9 will be the world's largest and most efficient twin-engine jet, delivering 10% better fuel use, emissions and operating costs than the competition and an exceptional passenger experience.

The 777X family has a total of 351 orders and commitments from eight leading customers around the world.

First delivery of the plane is expected in late 2023.

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