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Kirby mentions interest in the higher gross weight version the 777-9 that Boeing is apparently working on. Other interesting news: international bookings surging as flyers avoid Middle East connections; and with $17 billion cash, United could survive $250 a barrel oil until the end of 2026.
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Boeing needs to concentrate on getting the basic 777-9 certified before anything else gets done.