Published • loading... • Updated
GE Aerospace Says GE9X Mid-Seal Issue Won’t Delay Boeing 777X Entry Into Service
Boeing said engine durability work with GE could delay 777X certification, while a Renton wing shop shortfall may slow 737 MAX production increases.
- On Wednesday, Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg stated 777X certification could extend into 2027 as the company works through engine durability issues with GE that prevent the aircraft from meeting ETOPS requirements for ocean flights.
- Both 777X certification and increased MAX production are central to Boeing's recovery from the 2024 midair panel blowout, which prompted the FAA to cap monthly MAX production at 38 planes.
- Boeing is stabilizing MAX production at 47 planes monthly, but Ortberg noted the Renton wing shop is "constrained," slowing the planned increase to 52 planes; the company has "plans in place to address that."
- Union members are set to vote next week on a contract offer from the Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace, with Ortberg warning that a strike would halt 777X certification.
- Ortberg does not expect further major charges after taking a $280 million charge on the Air Force One program last quarter, while the FAA recently expanded Boeing's self-certification authority for plane safety.
Insights by Ground AI
14 Articles
14 Articles
GE Aerospace says GE9X mid-seal problem will not delay Boeing 777X entry into service (GE:NYSE)
GE Aerospace CFO Rahul Ghai said he believes a durability issue with the GE9X engine's mid-seal will not delay next year's planned entry into service for the Boeing 777X aircraft.
·Ra'anana, Israel
Read Full Article
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg announced that some 777X tests may be delayed until 2027 due to the GE9X engine certification process. Despite this, the company maintains its goal of delivering the first aircraft in 2027.
Boeing CEO expects more tests for the engines. This could delay the delivery of the 777‐X – what initial customer Lufthansa expects.
Coverage Details
Total News Sources14
Leaning Left1Leaning Right1Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution60% Center
Bias Distribution
- 60% of the sources are Center
60% Center
L 20%
C 60%
R 20%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
