The GE9X on Boeing's 777-9 has a 134-inch fan that is wider than a 737 fuselage, and GE calls it the most powerful commercial aircraft…

The FAA will not certify Boeing's 777-9 until it approves a redesigned GE9X mid-seal, an official told FlightGlobal, Air Data News reported on 23 October 2026.

By Make Tech Easier Editorial · Oct 29, 2026

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