Why does the 777X have folding wingtips instead of permanently folded winglets?

The Boeing 777X has folding wingtips to allow the aircraft to fit into the same airport gates and taxiways as existing 777 models. The folding wingtips give the 777X the ability to have a wingspan that is larger than that of the current 777 models, while still being able to operate at airports designed for […]

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