"During scheduled maintenance, we identified a component that did not perform as designed. Our team is replacing the part and capturing any learnings from the component and will resume flight testing when ready."
The discovery adds more difficulties for the embattled planemaker as it fights to win back customers' trust following January's 737 Max blowout.
It isn't clear whether the pause in flight tests will cause further delays. Boeing said it is keeping the Federal Aviation Administration fully informed on the issue and has shared information with its customers.
The 777X began flight tests last month. It's a modernized version of its best-selling widebody jet, set to be more fuel-efficient and provide increased passenger comfort.
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