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The Boeing 777-9 took its first flight in January 2020. Four and a half years later, the aircraft billed as the world's largest and most efficient twin-engine jet is grounded.

The jet is the third generation of Boeing's successful 777 family, stretching longer than the 777-200 and 777-300 models. El Al Israel Airlines Boeing 777-200ER.

Boeing has four 777-9 flight-test aircraft. Besides the jet that flew on 16 January, two have not been airborne since August last year and the other last flew in November 2021.