The next stage of development will see it spooled up using 100% sustainable aviation fuel, a kerosene replacement that’s set to play a key role in cutting net emissions in coming few years.

Over the past two decades, Boeing and its European rival Airbus have turned to more fuel-efficient and profitable aircraft; widebody planes with two engines instead of the 747’s four.

The proposal is the latest reform taken by FAA after it and Boeing failed to identify the flaw that contributed to the Max crashes in 2018 and 2019.

The plan is for hydrogen power to play a major role in allowing the aviation industry to continue growing, while cutting climate change emissions dramatically.

Tata was selected as the winning bidder for Air India in October last year after beating rival suitors with a $2.4 billion offer.

Geopolitically, the order is vital to U.S. national interests in that it would reinforce one of its key partners in the region.

The ability to work remotely, full or part time, has allowed Americans to travel more and to combine personal and professional trips — a transformation that carriers are planning around.

The airline reported a $695 million profit over the three months that ended in September, despite rising costs and Hurricane Ian’s disruptions to travel.

The move is being closely watched as a potential signal the model may be closer to a return to service by Chinese carriers.

Boeing missed out on a 40-plane deal in September, following an even bigger hit in July, when China ordered nearly 300 Airbus aircraft worth about $37 billion at sticker prices.