posted on Nov, 17 2013 @ 09:07 PM
Boeing formally launched the 777X program at the Dubai airshow today. Four customers have a firm order for 259 aircraft with options for more.
Boeing is offering the 777-9X with 400 seats, the 777-8X which is longer ranged, and the 777X freighter.
Customers and numbers:
Emirates -150 firm, 50 options
Etihad - 25, first 777-8X order
Qatar - letter of intent for 50
Lufthansa - 34, placed in September as long as program launched.
www.flightglobal.com...