Boeing’s fourth 777-9 test aircraft, WH004, returned to the skies on Wednesday from Paine Field in Everett, Washington.

Taipei-based China Airlines has placed an order for 10 B777-9 passenger and four 777-8 freighter planes. In addition to the firm order, the airline has options for five 777-9s and four 777-8Fs.

Given the interoperability of the 777X with its current Boeing twin-engine freighters, China Airlines plans to renew its ...

Willie Walsh, IAG chief executive, said: "The new B777-9 is the world's most fuel efficient longhaul aircraft and will bring many benefits to British Airways' fleet. It's the ideal replacement for ...