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Boeing, GE Grappling With Engine Seal Issue on 777X Jetliner
An attendee photographs a GE9X engine on a Boeing 777X aircraft at the Dubai Air Show in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on Nov. 17.
Photographer: Christopher Pike/BloombergBoeing Co. and General Electric Co. uncovered a potential durability issue with a seal on the engine that powers the US planemaker’s 777X aircraft, and are studying the next steps, people familiar with the matter said.
The issue, uncovered during a recent inspection, may require the seal to be redesigned and retrofitted during future maintenance overhauls, said the people, who asked not to be identified discussing confidential matters.