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Old 02-14-2020 | 09:56 PM
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Not under powered. The new wing will fix most of the 300ER's woes.

The basic airframe of the 777-9 is lighter because of the carbon wing. Lighter airframe, better payload/fuel capacity with heavier loads and better range.

The more efficient wing will carry the same weight, with less power needed.

If we cut a deal with Boeing on the Max debacle, I'd much rather see an order for the new 777's as opposed to more 300ER's.

Now, if they would just get us a radar that actually works in auto….instead of being called scary mode.
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