Why Did Boeing Build The 777X With Dimmable Windows?

For the seasoned traveler, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner is increasingly becoming a long-haul aircraft of choice. On this unique aircraft, Boeing has introduced a few design features that are extremely specific to that aircraft type. Instead of pulling down a plastic shade, passengers will press a button, and the window will slowly begin to tint from clear to dark. On the 777X, the manufacturer is bringing this same idea forward into its next-generation high-capacity widebody flagship, with electronically dimmable windows supplied by Gentex, mostly because it aligns with what airlines want from a long-haul cabin in the modern era. Passengers want smoother light control, fewer mechanical parts, and a more premium, curated passenger experience.