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FAA Emissions Waiver

BOEING CO · 2026-09-18 · Importance 47 · Surprise 60 · In source text

The FAA granted Boeing an exemption from future fuel-efficiency rules for 35 additional 777F freighters. The waiver addresses the 777F’s ineligibility for sale after December 31, 2027, while the 777-8F is expected to be delayed until 2029. The exemption remains valid until January 1, 2031, supporting continued large-freighter sales, U.S. exports, and related jobs.

Key facts

• The FAA approved a waiver of airplane emissions rules allowing Boeing to sell another 35 777F freighters for three years. source
• The FAA has granted Boeing an exemption from future fuel-efficiency rules, allowing the company to sell 35 additional 777F freighters. source
• The FAA exemption is valid until January 1, 2031. source
• Boeing's petition cited the 777F's ineligibility after December 31, 2027. source

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