Boeing 777X First Test Flight Delayed

The first-ever flight of the highly anticipated Boeing 777X has been postponed. Inclement weather in the Washington area has meant the flight test could not go ahead today. Instead, Boeing will look to fly the giant bird for the first time on Friday.

First flight postponed

Media and industry leaders had gathered in Everett, Washington last night in anticipation of an early flight of the Boeing 777X this morning. However, in the early evening, Boeing advised the world that it would be postponing the test flight due to forecasts of bad weather. Boeing’s statement read:

“We are postponing the 777X first flight that was scheduled to take place tomorrow, Jan. 23, due to weather. The team is currently assessing the possibility of flying on Friday, January 24 and will notify you as soon as we have a new date.”

While this is a blow for those gathered in Everett and all those around the world who were hoping to watch this shiny new aircraft take off, it’s a sensible move by Boeing to postpone the test flight. Forecasts of lightning in the area could have made for a disappointing morning. However, Friday’s forecast looks much brighter, so we’re hopeful for a positive outcome before the end of the week.