Boeing 777-9
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The Boeing 777-9 is a long-haul widebody airliner (in development) built by Boeing in the USA. It first flew in 2020, but it never entered regular service. Boeing's biggest twin, with the largest jet engines ever built and folding wingtips.
- Top speed950 km/h (590 mph)
- Range13,500 km (8,389 miles)
- First flight2020
- Wingspan71.8 m (235 ft)
Boeing 777-9 specs
| Top speed | 950 km/h (590 mph) |
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| Cruising speed | Mach 0.84 (about 892 km/h) |
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| Range | 13,500 km (8,389 miles) |
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| Length | 76.7 m (252 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 71.8 m (235 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 352 t (774,917 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 2 crew, 426 seats typical |
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| Engines | 2 × GE9X turbofan |
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| First flight | 2020 |
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| Entered service | Never entered regular serviceStill in flight testing. Boeing has said it expects first delivery in 2027. |
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| Built by | Boeing (USA) |
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Boeing 777-9 facts
- Its wingtips fold up on the ground so it fits the same airport gates as a 777-300ER.
- Its GE9X engines have the biggest fans ever fitted to an airliner, 3.4 m across.
Quick quiz
When did the Boeing 777-9 first fly?
In 2020.
Who built the Boeing 777-9?
Boeing, in the USA.
How fast can the Boeing 777-9 fly?
Its top speed is 950 km/h (590 mph).
How far can the Boeing 777-9 fly?
About 13,500 km (8,389 miles).
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