Boeing makes design tweaks to address 777-9 thrust-link problem

By Jon Hemmerdinger2025-05-27T21:14:00

Boeing flight-test 777-9 (N779XW) at Everett on 26 June 2024

Source: Jennifer Buchanan, Seattle Times

The thrust-link issue that forced Boeing to ground its 777-9 test fleet last year was caused by a narrow airflow gap that led to vibration and failure, according to newly available information.

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