News / Problems at Boeing cast a shadow over 777 freighter conversion certification

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At a time when large widebody freighters are in hot demand, the supply of Boeing 777 freighters is affected by problems.

Issues with engine production hobbled Boeing’s ability to deliver new 777 cargo planes earlier this year, and converted 777s appear to be further from the runway than anticipated.

At this point there is no indication when US aviation authorities are going to give the green light to conversion programmes to turn 777s into cargo aircraft.

The string of revelations and problems around ...