777x Flight
Boeing’s latest aircraft, the B777X, is due to take to the skies for the first time today. The maiden flight had been planned for January 23, but was postponed due to weather conditions in. The 777X is Boeing’s newest widebody and twin-engine aircraft. It will continue the legacy of the famous 777 while offering the latest in technology, design, and space. The Boeing 777X enters flight testing later in 2019 ahead of its first delivery in 2020. So what does Boeing hope to discover during the flight tests? The 777X was launched in November 2013 with two variants: the 777-8 and the 777-9. The 777-8 provides seating for 384 passengers and has a range of 8,730 nmi (16,170 km) while the 777-9 has seating for 426 passengers and a range of over 7,285 nmi (13,500 km). 2 days ago In late January when Boeing announced its US$11.94b record loss and massive US$6.5B charge for the 777X it warned that cancellations, production cuts, and flight-testing risks could cause additional losses. The latest delay makes the program three years late.
The Boeing Company has selected a BAE Systems-led team to provide electronics for the 777X flight control system through a competitive procurement process. The system, known as the Integrated Flight Control Electronics and the Air Data Reference Function, will control the flight surfaces of the aircraft and integrate additional functionality unique to the 777X.
“This will be one of the most advanced fly-by-wire systems on any commercial aircraft, enabling the 777X to achieve superior flying quality and fuel efficiency,” said Dr. Ehtisham Siddiqui, vice president and general manager of Commercial Aircraft Solutions at BAE Systems. “Boeing’s selection of BAE Systems for this key component of the aircraft further solidifies our valuable relationship, which has continuously developed over the last six decades.”
BAE Systems is teaming with Rockwell Collins to bring this world class capability to Boeing. Both companies have a strong record of executing complex development programs and are major suppliers to Boeing across its portfolio of airplanes. BAE Systems and Rockwell Collins are also suppliers of the primary flight control electronics and Autoland systems for the current 777 platform.
777x Flight Controls
The 777X is Boeing’s newest family of twin-aisle airplanes that builds on the passenger-preferred and market-leading 777. It was launched in November 2013 with 259 orders and commitments from four customers. The largest and most-efficient twin-engine jet in the world, with 12 percent lower fuel consumption and 10 percent lower operating costs than the competition, 777X is scheduled to begin production in 2017 and first delivery is targeted for 2020.
BAE Systems’ flight control electronics will manage the aircraft’s all new wing with load alleviation, as well as its advanced high lift and folding wingtips. A recipient of Boeing’s 2011 Supplier of the Year Pathfinder Award, the company provides a large range of products for Boeing’s military and commercial aircraft. BAE Systems’ relationship with Boeing has evolved for more than 60 years, from developing the first weapon control for the F-4 jet fighter to providing avionics and control subsystems for its commercial and military airplanes.
BAE Systems is a world leader in high-integrity flight and engine controls, and cabin and flight-deck systems. Every second, a flight takes off enabled by the company’s flight critical systems. Development and production of the flight control electronics will occur across multiple BAE Systems and Rockwell Collins sites.
Boeing 777x Flight Live
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Shelby Cohen, BAE Systems
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Shelby.cohen@baesystems.com
777x Flight Tracker
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