Maximilian_Jenius
Super User
The 777X was basically designed for Emirates, which was longing for a high capacity ultra long range jet. It has way too much range for Delta's needs. It's also experimental in the fact that the wingspan is so long the wing tips will have to be folded in mechanically before parking.
Exactly. It's too much plane for Delta. Even the A350 is too much plane if they want a true small wide body replacement. Although, the A350 or 777-300ER is a great 747 replacement.
Boeing is ending production of the 777-200/300 when all its orders are completed. The 777-8/9 are now the future of that plane line. So what will Delta get to replace it's older 777's?
A350's?