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Boeing Rolls Out Max 9 Narrowbody En Route to April First Flight

The Boeing 737 Max 9 narrowbody is due to enter service in 2018.

Boeing rolled out the first 737 Max 9 in Renton, Washington, on March 9. [Photo: Boeing]

By Charles Alcock • Managing Editor

March 7, 2017

Boeing today rolled out the first example of its new 737 Max 9 narrowbody airliner at its factory in Renton, Washington. The aircraft is now beginning system checks, fueling and engine runs as the airframer prepares for a first flight anticipated in April.

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