Emirates’ Clark confident Boeing will explore larger 777X as he waits to see carrier’s first -9

Emirates president Tim Clark expressed confidence that Boeing would consider a larger version of the 777X aircraft, tentatively dubbed a ‘777-10’, driven by performance data from the ongoing development of the 777-9. This decision follows Emirates' rejection of early build airframes for the 777-9 program, leaving their immediate fate uncertain. Clark stated his anticipation to observe Boeing’s response as he awaits the delivery of Emirates’ first -9 aircraft. The airline anticipates leveraging insights gained during the 777-9’s protracted development timeline. Boeing is expected to analyze this information and potentially adapt its plans accordingly, focusing on maximizing operational efficiency.