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Boeing Board Gives Green Light on 777X Talks
The Boeing 777X would feature all-new, composite wings and new GE engines designed to burn 10 percent less fuel than the GE90-115B consumes. (Photo: Boeing)
The Boeing 777X would feature all-new, composite wings and new GE engines designed to burn 10 percent less fuel than the GE90-115B consumes. (Photo: Boeing)

Boeing has started discussions with airline and leasing customers about technical, pricing and schedule aspects of the proposed 777X widebody, the company confirmed last week. It said it will decide whether or not to formally launch the program based on the market’s response.