Boeing 777 number of landings. How it's made, how it works, how it works. Production and modifications

We invite you to consider the Boeing 777 aircraft. In our article you will find out how safe it is to fly a Boeing 777, see a seating diagram, photos of cabins by class of service, learn about models and new ones planned for release and much more...

• Description, history and benefits
• Boeing 777 models
• Interior diagram and photos of Boeing 777 interiors
• Boeing 777 crash statistics
• Technical characteristics of Boeing 777 models

Boeing 777 (Boeing 777) – designed for long-haul flights and is part of the family of wide-body passenger aircraft. Boeing 777 airplane was designed in 1990, the first flight was recorded on June 12, 1994, began to be operated by airlines on June 7, 1995. As of May 2013, 1,100 aircraft were produced, which are operated by major air carriers, including:, .

Who is interested in price statistics for Boeing 777 aircraft or there is a desire buy We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the prices for the model Boeing 777 aircraft:

• Model 777-200ER -261.5 million US dollars
• Model 777-200 LR - 296 million US dollars
• Model 777-300ER – 320.2 million US dollars
• Model 777F -300.5 million US dollars

Airplane passenger capacity Boeing 777 ranges from 305 to 550 passengers depending on the type of cabin. Flight range of models Boeing 777 ranges from 9,100 to 17,500 kilometers. The record set by this aircraft model is considered to be a flight duration of 21,601 kilometers.

Boeing 777is one of the largest twin-engine passenger jet aircraft on the planet with an engine installed General Electric GE90 . Airplane Boeing 777 differs from other aircraft in having six-wheel landing gear.

Boeing 777became the first commercial airliner to be 100% computer designed. During the development of this aircraft, passengers took an active part, whose opinions were put first, and therefore the Boeing 777 is recognized as the most consumer-oriented aircraft in the world. Development began in 1990, immediately after which an order was placed for purchase by the airline. United Airlines.

Boeing contributed a number of advanced technologies to the Boeing 777 project, including: fully programmable avionics , completely digital uh electric remote control systemfly-by-wire, fiber optic avionics network and glass cockpit with LCD displays Honeywell . At the same time, Boeing used already known developments from the canceled regional aircraft project Boeing 7J7 , having a similar level of technology. In 2003, Boeing replaced paper flight logs with electronic ones. Each Boeing 777 landing gear can support up to 27 tons of cargo and is said to have the largest wheels and widest tires in the world.

Boeing 777 salon(BoeingSignatureInterior) decorated in curved lines with indirect lighting, where luggage space is provided with increasing shelf sizes. The seat layout on the Boeing 777 ranges from 4 per row (first class) to 10 per row (economy class). Before the release of the Boeing 787, the size of the windows was the largest among all aircraft and amounted to 380 x 250 mm. The aircraft cabin allows you to move seats, toilets and kitchens depending on the desired configuration. Specially equipped for charter flights VIP salons. In 2003, Boeing designed crew rest areas for the Boeing 777 aircraft, located above the main cockpit and equipped with a staircase.

In total, as of 2012, 1230 aircraft were ordered

Boeing 777 order history:

• 1990 - 28 pieces
• 1991 - 24 pieces
• 1992 -30 pieces
• 1993 -30 pieces
• 1995 -101 pieces
• 1996 -68 pieces
• 1997 – 54 pieces
• 1998 – 68 pieces
• 1999 – 35 pieces
• 2000 – 116 pieces
• 2001 – 30 pieces
• 2002 – 32 pieces
• 2003 – 13 pieces
• 2004 - 42 pieces
• 2005 -153 pieces
• 2006 – 77 pieces
• 2007 -132 pieces
• 2008 -40 pieces
• 2009 -30 pieces
• 2010 – 40 pieces
• 2011 -73 pieces
• 2012 -68 pieces

Boeing 777 aircraft models (Boeing 777)

Models Boeing 777 classified depending on flight range and fuselage length. The length of the fuselage determines the volume of cargo and the number of passengers. The Boeing 777-200 is considered the base model, while the Boeing 777-300 was designed in 1998 and features a stretched model of the aircraft.

Aircraft Boeing 777 (Boeing 777) are divided into 3 segments depending on the flight range:

• at least 4200 nautical miles ( segment A)
• at least 6600 nautical miles (segment B)
• at least 7800 nautical miles (segment C)

Model Boeing 777-200 considered the first segment A model. The model was used for domestic flights within the United States. The competitor of this model is the Airbus A330-300.

Model Boeing 777-200 ER(increased flight range) and is included in the Group B segment. This model has an increased maximum take-off weight and fuel capacity, unlike the Boeing 777-200 model. The maximum flight range is 14,260 km.

Model Boeing 777-300 was intended to replace the Boeing 747-100 and Boeing 747-200 aircraft, the distinctive feature was that the model was 10 meters longer, fuel savings by 40%, and a passenger capacity of up to 550 people. The Airbus A340-600 is considered a competitor.

Model Boeing 777-200 LR- is part of the Group C segment and is recognized as the longest-range aircraft in the world (17,370 km). The competitor is considered to be the Airbus A340-500HGW.

Model Boeing 777- ER – (group B segment) with beveled and extended wingtips, new landing gear, additional fuel tanks installed, and a strengthened front strut. After flight testing, fuel consumption decreased by 1.4%. Competitor Airbus A340-600HGW.

Model Boeing 777 Freighter –Boeing 777 cargo model

New models of Boeing 777 (Boeing 777)

Boeing 777Xis a new generation airliner, the serial production of which the company plans to launch by 2020. According to plans, this model will be the largest with an economical twin engine in the world. The aircraft will be presented with new composite wings and technology from the Boeing model.787 Dreamliner. The thrust will be increased to 470 kN, and the fan diameter to 335 cm.

At the international exhibition Dubai Airshow 2013 250 Boeing 777 aircraft were ordered by airlines and Airways X.

Diagram and photo of the aircraft interior Boeing 777 (Boeing 777)

Aircraft accidents and disasters Boeing 777 (Boeing 777)

№	Scene of the incident	date	Board number	Death toll (number of passengers on board)	Description (cause) of the incident
1	2	3	4	5	6
1	London	January 17, 2008		July 29, 2011		06 July 2013	HL7742	3(307)	During landing, the tail part touched the runway breakwater, after which the forehead fell onto the runway and caught fire. Investigation underway
4	Indian Ocean	08 March 2014	9M-MRO	239(239)	The airliner disappeared from radar and approximately crashed in the Indian Ocean (in the southern part). Searches are underway. In July 2015, aircraft debris was found off the coast of the French island of Reunion near Madagascar.
5	Grabovo village, Danetsk region, Ukraine	July 17, 2014	9M-MRD	298(298)	the plane crashed 60 km from the border of Russia and Ukraine. An investigation is underway. Presumably shot down by a missile in the combat area of ​​one of the warring parties
6	Punta Cana Airport, Dominican Republic		10.02.2016	0(271)	An Orenburg Airlines plane made an emergency emergency landing at the departure airport due to a failure of the left engine. No one was injured on board
7	Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, China		23.04.2016	0(248+crew), flight Hong Kong-London	The plane made an emergency landing at Chongqing Airport with Cathay Pacific due to engine problems. No one was injured on board

Technical characteristics of the aircraft modelBoeing 777 (Boeing 777)

№	Technical characteristics	777-200	777-200ER	777-200LR	777 Freighter	777-300	777-300ER
1	Wingspan (meter)	60,9	60,9	64,8	64,8	60,9	64,8
2	Model length (meter)	63,7	63,7	63,7	63,7	73,9	73,9
3	Maximum flight range (kilometer)	9695	14260	17500	9065	11135	14685
4	Model height (meter)	18,5	18,5	18,8	18,6	18,5	18,7
5	Fuselage width (meter)	6,19	6,19	6,19	6,19	6,19	6,19
6	Maximum speed	945	945	945	945	945	945
7	Crew (persons)	2	2	2	2	2	2
8	Maximum take-off weight (kg)	247210	297560	347450	347450	299370	351534
9	Flight range (km)	6020	10740	13890	9065	7035	10190
10	Fuel capacity (liter)	117000	171160	202290	181280	171160	181280
11	Engines (x2)	PW 4077, RR 877 GE90-77B	PW 4090, RR 895 GE90-94B	GE90-110B, GE90-115B	GE90-110B	PW 4098, RR 892 GE90-94B	GE90-115B
12	Capacity (person)	305 (3 classes) 400 (2 classes)	301 (3 classes) 400 (2 classes)	301 (3 classes)	-	368 (3 classes) 451 (2 classes)	365 (3 classes)
13	Sweep (degree)	31,64	31,64	31,64	31,64	31,64	31,64
14	Cabin width (meter)	5,86	5,86	5,86	5,86	5,86	5,86
15	Cargo compartment volume (sq. meter)	150	150	150	636	200	200
16	Empty weight (kg)	139225	142900	148181	148181	160120	166881
17	Cruising speed (km/h)	905	905	905	905	905	905
18	Runway length at maximum take-off weight, ISA+15 MSL (meter)	2500	3536	3536	3536	3410	3200
19	Practical ceiling (meter)	13140	13140	13140	13140	13140	13140
20	Thrust (x2) (kN)	PW: 330 RR: 330 GE: 330	PW: 400 RR: 420 GE: 410	GE: 480 GE: 510	GE: 480	PW: 430 RR: 400 GE: 410	GE: 510

- a long-range wide-body aircraft, is one of the largest twin-engine airliners in the world. Boeing considers this aircraft the most consumer-oriented in the world, since airlines and passengers took part in its creation.

Story

In the early 1970s, demand for air travel was growing rapidly and airlines urgently needed aircraft with large capacity. This is how the first generation of wide-body aircraft was born: the Boeing 747, McDonnell Douglas DC-10 and Lockheed L-1011 TriStar. In 1978, after extensive market research and airline demand, Boeing introduced three new designs: the fuel-efficient twin-engine 757 (designed to replace the venerable Boeing 727), the long-range twin-engine 767 (to challenge the Airbus A300), and the three-engine 777 concept (to compete with DC-10 and L-1011). As a result, the 757 and 767 models made a successful debut, and the 777 project was canceled until better times due to lack of demand.

By the end of the 1980s, the market situation had changed, old aircraft were losing their relevance, and airlines needed new, more economical ones. At the same time, Boeing conducted studies that predicted further growth in demand for wide-body aircraft. Thus, there was an urgent need to have an aircraft that would fit in the niche between the Boeing 767-300ER and the Boeing 747-400.

The competitors did not relax either. McDonnell Douglas was preparing to replace the DC-10 with its lengthened MD-11 modification. Airbus was working on the A330 and A340 family of wide-body aircraft.

Development of the Boeing 777

Boeing initially planned to take the 767 as a basis and redesign it, resulting in the concept of the so-called 767-X. It was similar in many ways to the 767, but had a longer fuselage, increased wing area and could carry about 340 passengers over a distance of up to 13,500 kilometers.

However, the airlines were unhappy. They wanted an aircraft capable of flying not only intercontinental, but also shorter distances, with a cabin configuration similar to the Boeing 747, which, in addition, could be changed by adding or removing the required number of seats in a particular class of cabin. Another necessary condition was to reduce operating costs - they would have to be significantly lower than those of the Boeing 767. As a result, the original design was significantly redesigned.

In 1988, Boeing introduced the twin-engine Boeing 777 project. Airlines showed interest in it, and sales of the aircraft began in December 1989.

The 777 design process was significantly different from Boeing's past experience. For the first time in the firm's history, eight major airlines (All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific Airways, Delta Air Lines, Japan Airlines, Qantas and United Airlines) were involved in the design of the aircraft, providing advice. The process itself involved the creation of a working group called “Working Together”, the first meeting of which took place in January 1990. Airlines have created a list of recommendations based on their needs and passenger surveys.

In March 1990, the working group decided on the basic configuration of the aircraft: the cockpit should be unified with the Boeing 747, it should be equipped with liquid crystal displays and Fly-By-Wire control, the fuel efficiency of the aircraft should be 10% better than that of competitors (A330 and MD-11).

Later, Boeing admitted that thanks to this help, the 777 became the most consumer-oriented aircraft in the world.

The production site for the Boeing 777 was chosen to be a giant plant in Everett, Washington, the same one built in the mid-1960s for production.

Among the interesting facts, it is also worth noting that it became the first commercial airliner to be 100% developed on computers. During its entire development, not a single paper drawing was produced; everything was made using a three-dimensional design system, now known as CATIA. The aircraft was pre-assembled on a computer, which avoided a large number of errors during production.

On October 14, 1990, United Airlines became the first customer for the Boeing 777. The airline placed an order for 34 aircraft (with an option for an additional 34 aircraft).

Production

The Boeing 777 production process involved an unprecedented number of subcontractors from around the world. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Kawasaki Heavy Industries supply fuselage panels, Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd - the central section of the wing, Hawker de Havilland - elevators, Aerospace Technologies of Australia - rudder, etc.

As for engines, three companies offered their services: General Electric, Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce. Each manufacturer took on the challenge of developing an engine rated at 77,000 lb (340 kN) and above.

To begin assembling the 777, Boeing had to virtually double the size of its Everett plant. This cost the company almost $1.5 billion. Two assembly lines were built in the new areas, which allow the aircraft fuselage to be rotated 180 degrees.

Assembly of the first Boeing 777 began on January 4, 1993. By that time, the aircraft had received 118 firm orders from 10 airlines. The total investment in the program amounted to more than $4 billion.

First flight and certification

On April 9, 1994, the first Boeing 777 with serial number WA001 rolled out of the hangar. More than 100,000 guests gathered to see the first copy.

The Boeing 777 first flew on June 12, 1994, with Boeing's chief test pilot, John E. Cashman, at the controls. After which an 11-month aircraft testing program began, which, compared to previous models, was supposed to be the most intense.

On April 19, 1995, the aircraft was certified by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Commercial operation of the aircraft began on May 15, 1995, when United Airlines took delivery of the first Boeing 777.

Around the same time, the airliner was certified under ETOPS-180 rules (flight safety rules, according to which the route of a twin-engine aircraft must be laid within a flight time of no more than 180 minutes to the nearest airfield where an emergency landing could be made in the event of an engine failure ).

Production and modifications

After the debut of the original model, Boeing began developing a version with increased takeoff weight and increased flight range. Initially, the model was given the name 777-200IGW (Increased Gross Weight), but later it was shortened to (Extended Range).

The Boeing 777-200ER made its first flight on October 7, 1996, and began commercial service on February 9, 1997 with the airline.

On April 2, 1997, a Boeing 777-200ER owned by Malaysia Airlines made a record non-stop flight from Seattle (USA) to Kuala Lampur (Malaysia), a distance of 20,044 km, the flight lasted 21 hours 23 minutes.

After the introduction of the 777-200ER, Boeing began developing a stretched version. On October 16, 1997, the aircraft took off on its first flight. In general, before its appearance, the 777-300 was the longest passenger aircraft in the world (total length - 73.9 m). Compared to the 777-200, capacity has been increased by 20%. Commercial operation of the aircraft began on May 27, 1998 with Cathay Pacific.

On February 29, 2000, Boeing offered airlines a new development, the 777-300ER, an aircraft with increased capacity and range. On February 24, 2003, the first flight took place, and its commercial operation began on April 29, 2004, by the airline.

The Boeing 777-300ER has proven to be the best-selling 777 model because it offers capabilities comparable to four-engine aircraft but has lower operating costs.

On February 15, 2005, Boeing introduced another long-range modification (Long Range). The first flight of this model took place on March 8, 2005. And on November 10, 2005, the plane set a world record (included in the Guinness Book of Records), flying 21,602 km without landing from Hong Kong (China) to London (UK). Flight time is 22 hours 42 minutes.

On May 23, 2008, Boeing presented the cargo version of the 777F (Freighter - “truck”), which was created on the basis of the 777-200LR. The aircraft's first flight took place on February 6, 2009. The first buyer of the aircraft was Air France, which began commercial operation on February 19, 2009.

Further developments

The Boeing 777 became the second largest aircraft in the Boeing line-up, after the flagship 747. Moreover, the 777 became the company's most profitable aircraft. In 2000, profits from its sales reached about $400 million. In 2004, the aircraft generated more revenue than the 747 and 767 combined. In 2007, orders for the second generation Boeing 777 reached 350 units, and in the same year Boeing announced that all production capacity to create the aircraft was occupied until 2012. There is no doubt that this has been a great success, but it has not been without its problems. In 2008, the 777 production program fell far behind schedule, with losses estimated at approximately $95 billion. In 2010, Boeing announced plans to increase production capacity from 5 aircraft to 8 by 2013. For reference, each 777-300ER takes 49 days to assemble.

In 2009, Boeing closely monitored their development of the A350 XWB, which promises to be more fuel efficient than the 777 and 787. Subsequently, the aerodynamics and engines of the 777-300ER were improved.

In September 2011, Boeing and General Electric published preliminary information about the new generation Boeing 777-8X and 777-9X. The aircraft's wingspan is expected to increase from 64.8 meters to 71.3 meters. Thanks to the use of composite materials, the total weight of the aircraft should be reduced from 352,000 kg to 344,000 kg (for the 777-9X version).

Meanwhile, General Electric announced the development of a new GE9X engine. Its diameter will remain the same as the GE90-115B (325 cm), thrust will be 88,000 pounds (390 kN) for the 777-8X version, and 99,500 pounds (443 kN) for the 777-9X version.

Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney did not stand aside and also offered their services. In particular, the new RB3025 engine, based on the structure of the Trent 1000 and Trent XWB, as well as the PW1000G, has a power rating of up to 100,000 lb (440kH).

Today, Boeing continues to study the aircraft's capabilities and is developing an ultra-long-range version based on the 777-200LR, which has received the working name 777-8LX. The flight range of this model is 17,560 km (compared to 17,400 for the 777-200LR). The estimated fuselage length of the aircraft is 76.5 m, and the capacity is about 407 passengers. According to preliminary data, the 777-8LX is scheduled to enter service in 2019.

In November 2011, assembly of the 1000th copy of the 777-300ER owned by Emirates began. Its presentation took place in March 2012.

At the end of 2011, the FAA assigned the 777 and 787 aircraft an overall Type Rating, thanks to common cockpits that pilots can gain proficiency on both models.

In the future, it is possible that 777 aircraft may be replaced by the new Boeing Yellowstone 3 family of airliners, which is based on Boeing 787 technologies.

Aircraft systems

With the 777, Boeing introduced a number of advanced technologies including: a fully digital fly-by-wire system, fully programmable avionics, a Glass Cockpit with Honeywell LCD displays, and a fiber-optic avionics network (which was present on the commercial aircraft). carried out for the first time). At the same time, Boeing used already known developments from the canceled Boeing 7J7 regional aircraft project, which had a similar level of technology.

The Boeing 777 wing has a supercritical profile optimized for a cruising speed of Mach 0.83 (after testing, the figure was revised upward to Mach 0.84). The wing design has a greater thickness and span than previous aircraft, allowing for increased range and payload, improved flight performance and increased cruising altitude. At the launch of the 777 project, it was proposed to develop folding wingtips so that airlines could use hangars for small aircraft, but no airline agreed to this option.

The Boeing 777 also has the largest landing gear and largest tires ever used on a commercial jetliner. Each tire on the 777-300ER's six-wheel main landing gear can support 27 tons, which is more than a Boeing 747-400.

The aircraft has three redundant hydraulic systems, of which only one is needed for landing.

In the wing fairing under the fuselage there is an emergency aircraft turbine - a small propeller that extends out of the aircraft in emergency situations to provide minimal power.

Fly-By-Wire

The Boeing 777 became the first aircraft in the company's history to be equipped with a fly-by-wire fly-by-wire control system. However, for the convenience of the pilots, it was decided to leave the usual control columns. Along with the traditional control system using yokes, the cockpit has a simplified layout that remains similar to previous Boeing models.

The fly-by-wire control system is also equipped with flight parameter protection, which ensures that pilots' movements on the control levers do not exceed the established flight configuration limits. The system also prevents dangerous maneuvers. However, in case of emergency, the system can be turned off at the command of the pilot, if this is considered necessary.

Salon

The Boeing 777 cabin is designed in the Boeing Signature Interior style, it has increased luggage racks and indirect lighting. Seating configurations range from 4 rows in first class to 10 rows in economy class. The window size - 380x250 mm - was the largest of any commercial airliner until the introduction of the 787. The cabin layout allows airlines to quickly move seats, galleys, and lavatories depending on the desired configuration. Some aircraft are equipped with VIP lounges for charter flights. One of the features that deserves special attention is the development of Boeing engineers - a new hydraulic hinge for the toilet lid, which closes slowly.

On July 7, 2011, it was reported that Boeing had decided to replace the Signature Interior on the 777 with a new interior from the 787, according to the program to unify all Boeing aircraft.

Comfortable working conditions for the crew

In 2003, Boeing introduced crew rest areas as an option on the 777. They are located above the main cabin and are equipped with stairs. The seating area consists of two seats and two beds at the front of the fuselage, as well as several seats at the rear of the fuselage. In general, similar solutions are used on other narrow- and wide-body Boeing models, including new modifications.

The Boeing 777 in all modifications is a long-haul airliner capable of serving non-stop commercial flights lasting up to 18 hours. However, regulations of various aviation regulatory bodies, professional and trade union organizations limit the continuous work time of crew and flight attendants. For pilots' rest, seats are usually reserved in business class or special containers are installed in the luggage compartment, equipped with sleeping places and communication with the cockpit and cabin of the aircraft. Unfortunately, such solutions reduce passenger capacity or the volume of transported cargo. Therefore, Boeing proposed an original solution - to use the space between the luggage racks and the fuselage for this purpose (English-speaking engineers call this part of the aircraft the “crown”).

On Boeing 777-200ER, -200LR and -300ER aircraft, a pilot rest area is located at the front of the aircraft above the first class cabin. It includes two comfortable armchairs, 2 or 3 beds separated by partitions, a wardrobe, a TV and a washbasin. The entrance to this compartment is via the stairs located at door No. 1 (front left door). This solution allows you to free up from 4 to 7 seats in business class.

Rest areas for flight attendants are also equipped in the space between the passenger cabin and the fuselage, but in the rear of the aircraft. On the −200ER and −200LR modifications, entry is via a staircase in the central part of the aircraft, and the compartment itself is designed for 6 or 7 flight attendants. In the −300ER modification, the airline can order a compartment with a capacity of 6 to 10 people. Depending on the number of seats, entry is through a door, either in the central part of the plane (6-7 seats) or in the tail (8-10 seats). The compartment is equipped with sleeping places, lighting and communication with the cabin.

Installation of crew rest areas required rearrangement of the cabin space, rerouting of cables and lines, and even the development of some new systems.

In the cargo modification of the 777F, the entire internal space of the fuselage is completely occupied by cargo compartments, so 4-5 comfortable seats behind the cockpit are provided for resting the crew and accommodating couriers.

Boeing 777 modifications

777-200

Boeing 777-200 was the first aircraft in the 777 family. Basically, this modification was aimed at US airlines. Throughout history, 88 777-200 aircraft have been produced. Commercial operation of the aircraft began with United Airlines on May 15, 1995. The main competitor of the aircraft is the Airbus A330-300.

777-200ER

The Boeing 777-200ER, compared to the basic modification, has additional fuel tanks and increased take-off weight. The main purpose of the aircraft is transatlantic flights. The maximum flight range is 14,260 km.

The first 777-200ER was delivered to British Airways on February 6, 1997. The main competitor of the airliner is the Airbus A330-300.

777-200LR

The Boeing 777-200LR is the longest-range aircraft on the planet. Boeing called this model the “Worldliner,” indicating the airliner’s ability to connect virtually any two airports. The modification set a world record for the longest non-stop flight among commercial airliners. Flight range – 17,370 km. In a word, the modification is intended for extra-long flights.

The aircraft was developed almost simultaneously with the 777-300ER. The Boeing 777-200LR has an increased maximum take-off weight and three additional fuel tanks in the rear baggage compartment. Other distinguishing features include new wingtips, new landing gear and a strengthened airframe. The first 777-200LR was delivered to Pakistan International Airlines on February 26, 2006. The main competitor of the airliner is.

Boeing 777-300 is a modification extended by 11 meters. Thanks to this, the aircraft can accommodate up to 550 passengers in a single-class configuration. Initially, it was intended to replace outdated Boeing 747-100. Compared to older versions of the 747, the 777-300 has similar passenger capacity and range, but uses a third less fuel and has 40% lower operating costs.

The large length of the 777-300 forced the developers to provide a special ski under the tail to protect it from hitting the ground, as well as cameras for ease of maneuvering on the apron. The maximum flight range is 11,120 km, which makes it possible to serve heavily congested routes that were previously handled only by the Boeing 747.

The first 777-300 was delivered to Cathay Pacific on May 21, 1998. By and large, there is no competitor for the 777-300 among Airbus aircraft, however, it is usually called .

777-300ER

Boeing 777-300ER is a modification with increased maximum take-off weight and capacity. The aircraft has extended wingtips, new main landing gear, a reinforced nose gear and additional fuel tanks. Also, the 777-300ER has been redesigned: the fuselage, wings, empennage and engine pylons. The standard GE90-115B turbofan engines for this model are today the most powerful jet engines in the world and have a maximum thrust of 513 kN.

The 777-300ER's fully loaded range is increased by approximately 34% compared to the 777-300. The maximum flight range of the Boeing 777-300ER is 14,690 km.

The first 777-300ER was delivered to Air France on April 29, 2004. The main competitor is the Airbus A340-600. However, due to its two engines, the 777-300ER is 8-9% more fuel efficient than the A340-600, which has 4 engines. Compared to the 747-400, the 777-300ER has 20% less fuel consumption.

Boeing 777F – cargo modification. The aircraft inherited the airframe and engines from the 777-200LR modification, and the fuel capacity of the 777-300ER modification. With a maximum payload of 103 tons, the 777F is a direct competitor to the 747-200F (110 tons). With maximum load, the aircraft has a range of 9047 km. When the load is reduced, the range can be increased. Since the aircraft has better performance characteristics than existing cargo aircraft, airlines plan to replace the outdated 747-200F and MD-11F with the 777F modification.

Leading Russian airline Aeroflot only began operating its new long-haul Boeing 777-300ER in February 2013, and already in March JC Wings released a 1:400 scale collectible model of this aircraft.

By the end of 2013, Aeroflot will operate 8 Boeing 777 airliners, which the company receives new directly from the Boeing plant in Seattle. These aircraft have become the largest in the fleet of the national Russian carrier and are used on highly loaded medium- and long-haul routes.

The first Boeing 777 in Aeroflot's fleet, aircraft with registration number VP-BGB:

The JC Wings model with article number XX4330 is made at a high technological level and is a very successful replica of Aeroflot’s new flagship. The model is entirely metal, in the popular scale of 1:400.

On top, the model is packed in a cardboard box.

Inside the box, the model is placed in a transparent blister that prevents damage during transportation and storage.

The length of the model is 18.5 cm, the wingspan is 16 cm. Externally, the model quite accurately reproduces the shape of the real prototype aircraft.

Model detailing

The Boeing 777-300 from JC Wings is graphically rich. A large number of technical inscriptions, small antennas, door handles, etc. are reproduced on the model.

The joint between the wing and the fuselage is done very carefully. There is practically no gap.

There is a slight inaccuracy in the name of the aircraft. On the fuselage is the name "B. Pasternak", while the real aircraft with tail number VP-BGB is named "M. Kutuzov". Obviously, this error is due to the fact that the manufacturer was in a hurry to release the model and developed it at a time when the name of the aircraft was not yet known.

All wheels of the model rotate and have rubber tires. The main landing gear is made with tiltable bogies to make the model more realistic. This decision, however, led to a thicker bogie itself, which looks more bulky than on a real aircraft.

The engines are made extremely realistically, right down to the color of the blades.

The model has a hole at the bottom, which allows you to install it on a stand (which is not included in the model package). The model looks most successful with. Below is a photo of this combination of model and stand. Note the deflected main landing gear bogies, which accurately convey the position of the Boeing 777's wheels in flight.

Conclusion

In the model "JC Wings XX4330 Boeing 777-300ER Aeroflot" you can find both advantages and disadvantages, described in detail above. Overall, the model looks impressive and believable, accurately conveying the appearance of Aeroflot’s flagship. It is also worth noting the efficiency and timeliness of JC Wings in releasing the model to the market.

20.03.2018, 18:05

The Boeing 777-300 is a passenger aircraft designed for medium and long-haul airlines. The Boeing 777-300 is part of the family of wide-body, twin-engine aircraft, its length is 73.86 meters with a wingspan of 60.93 meters. In terms of passenger capacity and flight range, it corresponds to the Boeing 747-100 and 747-200 aircraft, but in fuel efficiency it exceeds them by 30%, and in operating costs by 40%, which led to the displacement of these models by the Boeing 777-300.

The interior of the Boeing 777-300 features curved lines, large luggage racks and indirect lighting. The cabin layout allows airlines to quickly move seats, galleys and lavatories depending on the desired configuration. Seating configurations range from four abreast in first class to ten in economy class. Some aircraft are equipped with VIP lounges for charter flights. The portholes, measuring 380x250 mm, are the largest before the Boeing 787. The toilet has been improved - a new hydraulic hinge for the toilet lid has been used, which closes slowly.

In March 1997, construction of the first prototype aircraft began, and on May 21, 1998, flight tests were completed and the first aircraft was delivered to Cathay Pacific. The main customers of the Boeing 777-300 aircraft are airlines from the Pacific region - Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Cathay Pacific, Malaysia Airlines, Russia and others. 60 aircraft were sold to eight airlines. All aircraft are still in use today. However, after the launch of the Boeing 777-300ER extended range model in 2004, all customers changed their orders for this modification.

Location and numbering of seats in the cabin, seat layout on the Boeing 777-300 aircraft. The best and least comfortable seats on the plane

Business class is located in the bow of the aircraft and seats 30 passengers. Comfort class is located behind business class, the number of seats is 48, in a 2:4:2 layout. With a standard layout, the economy class cabin seats about 330 people. The seats are usually arranged according to the principle: 9 seats or 10 seats in a row (3: 4: 3). According to reviews from tourists, the Boeing 777-300 is generally a very comfortable airliner.

The best seats on a Boeing 777-300 in a three-class layout

• From 1st to 5th row of Business class seats- quite comfortable. Each row has six seats in a 2:2:2 arrangement. The chairs are wide, comfortable, soft and there is a lot of space between them.
• Rows 11-16 comfort class. The distance between the seats is slightly reduced, however, the 2:4:2 seating arrangement is not bad. The downside of row 11 is that the partition in front of the seats is too close and the toilet is located nearby, which can interfere with your peace of mind during the flight.
• 17 row- this is the first row of economy class, there are no neighbors in front, so the seats will not recline on you, and your legs can be straightened as you wish. Only in this row the side seats are arranged in pairs.
• 18th row, seats C and H. There are no neighbors in front, so there is plenty of legroom. These places are located in the middle of the plane. The motion during the crossing of the turbulence zone will be minimally noticeable.
• 24 row located after the emergency exits, there are no neighbors in front, but there is a toilet nearby - for some this is a minus, for others it is a plus. When traveling with children, a nearby toilet is very convenient.
• 38 row, as well as 24 row- there is an emergency exit and a kitchen area nearby. These seats have plenty of legroom.
• 4Rows 7-49, seats AC NK- here the side seats are arranged in pairs, these are comfortable seats for two people flying.

Good seats on a Boeing 777-300 in a three-class layout

The Boeing 777-300 has areas where you can find both advantages and disadvantages. So, places like:

• 12th row, seats C, D, G, H. All these seats are on the side of the aisle. People will often pass here to the toilet, so they may disturb you, since the passages themselves are not very wide.
• Row 20, window seats. Some airlines do not have a window.
• 23, 36, 50 row- these are the last seats before the exits; the backs of the seats may have restrictions or not recline at all. There is a toilet at the back, so there may be some fuss, and the outer seats may be bumped by passing passengers.

Worst seats on a Boeing 777-300 in a three-class configuration

There are no really bad seats on the Boeing 777. Each seat has its pros and cons, but all of them have the most cons:
37, 51 rows- they are located in front of the buffet and toilet, the walls of these rooms will prevent you from reclining the backrests completely. In addition, the outer seats - D and G - can be hit by flight attendant trolleys and passengers.

Rossiya is a subsidiary of Aeroflot. Since April 2016, Rossiya Airlines has assigned its aircraft the names of cities of the Russian Federation. On the forward part of the fuselage under the cockpit is the name and coat of arms of the city. On the left side of the plane the name of the city is written in Russian, on the right side - in English. The airline has 5 Boeing 777-300 aircraft in its fleet, they have the following names and numbers: Ekaterinburg (EI-XLP), Moscow (EI-UNN), Novosibirsk (EI-UNM), Sochi (EI-UNL), Ussuriysk/Leolet (EI -UNP).

The Boeing 777-300 airliner of Rossiya Airlines has a two-class layout: 18 business class seats, 355 economy class seats.

Business Class divided into two salons: increased comfort (1 row) And just business class ( 5.6 row ) . In the luxury cabin, the design is made in classic colors - blue, red, white. The chairs are very comfortable, covered in leather, have an increased pitch of 152 cm and recline 180 degrees. Business class seats recline 160 degrees. The backs of all seats are equipped with 15.4-inch video monitors.

Economy class:

Economy class is divided into three simple-to-design salons: rows 21 to 35, rows 36 to 48, and rows 49 to 61. The seats are standard and quite comfortable. The backs of all seats are equipped with 8.9-inch video monitors. The aisles and distance between rows are narrow.

• Between rows 48 and 49 and before row 21 In economy class there are toilets for passengers with disabilities.
• For flying with babies, it is better to choose seats AB DEF HK 5 rows, ABC DEF GHK 21 rows, DEF 36 rows or ABC GHK 50 rows, as they are equipped with mounts for baby bassinets.
• Seats 21, 36, 49 rows located behind emergency exits, resulting in these seats with increased legroom. If the proximity to toilets doesn’t bother you, then these are good places.
• 35, 48, 61 rows less comfortable due to limited seat back adjustment. But places B.A. and K.H. double, not triple. For those traveling as a couple, this is a kind of convenience.

Cabin layout, the best and least comfortable seats on the airline's Boeing 777-300 aircraft "Thai Airways"

The Thai Airways fleet includes six Boeing 777-300 aircraft. For flights to Russia, a two-class configuration is used, accommodating 34 seats in business class and 330 in economy class.

Business Class:

• Business class occupies five rows and starts from 11 to 16 rows. The seats recline comfortably, their width is 51 cm, the distance between the rows is 155 cm. This class has the most varied menu and high-quality service.
• 11 row located right behind the partition, there are mounts for baby bassinets, so this is the best option for flying with babies. For other passengers occupying these seats, the partition in front of the eyes, limiting the view during a long flight, will tire, especially in the middle row, where there are no windows.
• Seats in row 16 have their own characteristics. Firstly, there is no porthole near the outer seat on the port side of 16A. Secondly, the seats are located immediately in front of two sections of the galley, so these are quite noisy places, and the lights are on in the galley at night.

Economy class:

• Seats AB 31st and DEF HJK 32nd row are equipped with mounts for baby bassinets, so when flying with small children these are the most comfortable seats. Another plus is that in these places the distance between the seats and the partition is enough to stretch your legs. These places are not very comfortable in terms of: additional noise from children, sounds coming from the kitchen and toilet, a partition in front of the eyes that accompanies the entire flight and one fixed armrest due to the folding table built into it.
• In front of place 32C there is no chair - this is additional space for knees and legs and a guarantee that no one will throw back their chair on you. On a long flight this is very useful.
• Seats in rows 43 and 44 are the worst places: the backs of the seats rest against the wall of the toilet, which is why reclining may be limited. Spending the entire flight in a vertical position is very inconvenient. In addition, the proximity to toilets can cause some discomfort (fuss, queues, sounds of a flushing tank).
• 46 row- this is an almost complete copy 31-32 rows. The only difference is that there is no on-board kitchen, only numerous restrooms and an emergency exit block.
• 47 row. Seats A and K located in front of the emergency exits - you will have additional legroom, however, due to the door protruding slightly into the cabin, you will not be able to fully stretch your legs. A slight inconvenience can be caused by the proximity to the toilets due to the unnecessary fuss. Places B, C and H, J They have extra legroom and the seat backs recline. The downside is the proximity to restrooms. DF places have a mount for baby bassinets.
• Places C and Hin rows 56 and 70 noticeably stick out into the passage. Passengers in these seats may be hit by other passengers or flight attendants with trolleys.
• 58 row located near the galley. This neighborhood may cause inconvenience.
• 57 and 59 row- there are seats that may have restrictions on reclining the seat back. They are marked in yellow on the diagram.
• In row 60 There are only four seats - two on each side of the board. Benefit from additional seat legroom B and J, and disadvantages in the form of limited space on the side of the hatch on the ground A and K. In addition, close proximity to the kitchen may interfere with rest.
• In 61 rows The distance between the seats is several centimeters less than in other rows of the plane. Tall people need to take this into account.
• Seats in row 62 D, E, F completely repeat the location 32 rows: cradles, wall and proximity to the kitchen.
• And here mest 62 C and H considered comfortable. There is no chair in front of them, there is a good view and there are no toilets nearby.
• 72 row- inconvenient. The seat backs either have limited reclining or are completely fixed. Behind the wall there are restrooms and technical rooms, so here, in addition to smells and sounds, queues of visitors are quite expected.

Flight performance

Top speed: 965 km/h
Cruising speed: 905 km/h
Flight range: 10550 km
Aircraft capacity: economy class - 550 passengers, economy/business - 480 passengers, economy/business/first class - 368 passengers

Each Boeing 777 crew member must go through 123 checks before being cleared to fly.

Boeing 777-300 aircraft are wide-body aircraft equipped with two engines. The design of the aircraft was based on another modification, the Boeing 777-200, but increased in length by 10.1 meters. The main purpose of the aircraft is to transport passengers over medium and long distances.

Now Boeing, whose performance is the best in the world, is the largest airliner carrying passengers on two engines. The length of the aircraft is 73.9 m, the wingspan is approximately 61 m. After the airliner was put into operation, obsolete models (Boeing 747-100 and Boeing 747-200) were withdrawn.

Thanks to the use of new design solutions, the new model made it possible to reduce various operating costs by approximately 35-39%.

7.000-10.500 km

corridor of the flight range that the airliner makes

If the Boeing 777-300 cabin is equipped only with economy class, then it has the ability to carry 550 passengers; if the layout of the Boeing 777 requires economy and business class, the aircraft can carry up to 480 passengers. And if the aircraft cabin is equipped with 3 classes, it can accommodate 368 passengers.

Chronology of the creation of the Boeing 777-300 aircraft

June 1995. The design of an aircraft called the 777 Stretch begins.

March 1997. The first Boeing 777-300 aircraft began to be assembled in the factory workshops.

May 4, 1998. The airliner passed all stages of FAA and JAA certification, and based on the results of test flights, it was cleared to carry passengers.

May 21, 1998. The first operator, Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific, received the first batch of Boeing 777-300.

Nowadays, almost all Boeing 777 aircraft have a cabin layout with 3 classes (business, comfort, economy). Therefore, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with this layout of the aircraft cabin).

Boeing 777 in flight

Interior layout and layout of the best seats

The Boeing 777-300 airliner is a very large aircraft, so customers have the opportunity to arrange the cabin at their discretion.

We invite our dear readers to pay attention to some features of the Boeing 777 cabin. When designing the cabin, all the nuances of ergonomics were taken into account, thanks to this circumstance, passengers spend time comfortably on the plane during the flight.

Boeing 777 cabin layout

As mentioned above, the majority of the aircraft is represented by 3 groups of seats in the cabin:

• "Business Class"- allows you to accommodate up to 30 passengers;
• "comfort"- accommodates 48 people;
• "Economy class"- the most massive, can accommodate 324 passengers.

In the Boeing 777, the cabin can accommodate a larger number of passengers, but at the expense of deteriorating passenger comfort and convenience. Because of this, the airline receives a large number of requests from passengers about inconvenience during the flight, due to the minimum width of the aisles and the inability to recline the seats at large angles.

Business Class

Passengers who have purchased tickets for seats in this class are located in the first five rows. The chairs are made of leather, it is possible to tilt the seats up to 180 degrees, turning them into a full-fledged bed.

Each seat is equipped with a video monitor; each passenger in this class has the opportunity to create an individual menu. But when buying a seat in business class, be prepared to fork out several times more than for a seat in economy class.

Undesirable seats for a business class flight are seats D, G, H, K of the first row, since they are located as close as possible to the toilet rooms, and the noise in the toilet and the constant walking of other passengers are unlikely to have a beneficial effect on the comfort of the flight.

Comfort class

Passengers who purchased tickets in the “comfort” class are located in seats from rows 11 to 16. The comfort conditions in this class are somewhere between business class and economy class. The service is expected to be higher than in economy class; passengers of this class are seated separately from other passengers.

The distance between the rows allows passengers to stretch their legs and have a good flight. The disadvantages include that the backrests do not tilt, but thanks to the presence of a retractable shelf for the legs, the inconvenience is smoothed out. Meals for comfort class passengers are similar to those for business class passengers.

For the convenience of passengers, the seats are equipped with tables.

Lamps with the ability to adjust the lighting level and video monitors.

The worst seats in this class are those located in row 11 due to the presence of a partition that separates business class and comfort class. The partition does not allow you to fully stretch your legs.

Economy class takes up more than 60% of the entire Boeing 777 cabin. Economy class is located from rows 17 to 51. The entire economy class is divided into 3 parts.

Seats C and H of row 18 are in demand. It is possible to recline the backrests, and the big advantage is that the front row seats do not interfere with your comfort. Another advantage is the absence of crowding of passengers, since the toilet rooms are located away from this row.

Seats in row 20 are of interest to passengers who are not interested in watching through the windows and tend to spend their time passively resting (sleeping).

The seats in row 23 received mixed reviews; on the one hand, it is possible to recline the chair to a large angle of inclination, on the other hand, due to the location of the bathroom nearby, it will be an unpleasant neighborhood.

There is a large distance between rows 23 and 24, so there is a lot of legroom, the minus is the close location of dry closets.

Good seats - seats are in row 38, you can stretch your legs and have a comfortable flight. But seats in this row are in demand and are always sold out.

So, the best seats in economy class are those located in rows 17, 24 and 38. The advantage is that the passengers in front do not have the ability to recline their seats. For other places there are no advantages, so the rest have the same conditions.

Boeing 777 development history

Development of the Boeing 777

Boeing's plans were to take the Boeing 767 as a basis and slightly alter and improve it, and thus the 767-X project was born. It was a Boeing 767, with a longer fuselage, a larger wingspan and the ability to seat 330-335 people and transport over 13,000 km.

Airline customers did not like these innovations. After all, what was needed was not only a long-range aircraft capable of flying between continents, but also an aircraft designed for medium distances.

Another requirement was that the customer be able to arrange the interior at his own discretion, depending on the class. Such aircraft, the 767-X version, were very expensive, so operators demanded that operating costs be reduced.

The process of designing the Boeing 777 aircraft (with new performance characteristics) was very interesting. Note that the design of the aircraft was carried out not only by Boeing itself, but also by other aviation companies (All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific Airways, Delta Air Lines, Japan Airlines, Qantas and United Airlines). First, a working group called “Working Together” was created, then all comments received from stakeholders were consolidated.

Boeing aircraft production plantK65571-01

As a result, requirements for the new aircraft were developed: complete unification of the cockpit with the Boeing 747, equipping the cockpit with LCD displays and a Fly-By-Wire control system, the aircraft’s fuel consumption efficiency should be 10% better than that of its competitors (A330 and MD- eleven).

The airline's management noted that as a result of this work, the airliner turned out to be passenger-oriented.

Production of the Boeing 777 was organized at a plant in Everett.

Washington State, which was targeted for the production of the Boeing 747.

We think that readers will be interested in the fact that this airliner was developed thanks to computer technology. During its design process, all drawings were made exclusively on computers without printing on paper.

The development was based on a system called “CATIA”. The aircraft project was designed using a computer program, which made it possible to eliminate a large number of various errors and shortcomings.

Production

A huge number of subcontractors were involved in the production of the Boeing 777 (double-decker, etc.). Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Kawasaki Heavy Industries were engaged in the manufacture of fuselage panels, Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd - undertook to manufacture the central section of the wing, Hawker de Havilland - elevators, Aerospace Technologies of Australia - rudder.

The engine, as the most expensive unit that equipped the double-decker Boeing 777, was developed by such giants as General Electric, Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce. The requirement was that the engine be 77,000 lb (340 kN) or higher.

The start of assembly work was preceded by an increase in space at the plant. To do this, we had to invest about 1.45 billion dollars.

By the time work began, the company had already formed a portfolio of orders for 120 aircraft from 11 different customers.

Note that the Boeing 777-300 ER enjoyed commercial success, as it was the best-selling aircraft among all Boeings.

Boeing demonstrated a long-range aircraft coded 777-200LR (Long Range)

On November 10, 2005, he already broke the world record for flight range, which amounted to 21.6 thousand km without landing from Hong Kong to London. The flight time was about 23 hours.

After successfully producing passenger airliners, the company also began producing cargo aircraft. In May 2008, the 777 F (Freighter - “truck”) aircraft was introduced, the development of which was based on the 777-200LR. February 2009 marked the first flight of the aircraft and the start of commercial operation.

Technical characteristics of the Boeing 777-300 aircraft

Boeing-777 is a model of wide-body passenger aircraft for long-distance flights. These aircraft are among the TOP 5 largest airliners for transporting passengers.

Flight characteristics of the Boeing 777:

	Boeing 777-200	Boeing 777-200ER	Boeing 777-200LR	Boeing 777-300	Boeing 777-300ER	Boeing 777-8X	Boeing 777-9X
Crew, people	2
Length, m	63,7			73,9		69,5	76,5
Wingspan, m	60,9		64,8		60,9	64,8	71,3
Sweep,	31,64
Height, m	18,5		18,8	18,5	18,7	n.d.
Fuselage width, m	6,2
Cabin width, m	5,9
Passenger capacity of the Boeing 777 aircraft, persons.	305	301	301	368	365	353	407
	(3 classes)	(3 classes)	(3 classes)	(3 classes)	(3 classes)	(3 classes)	(3 classes)
	400	400		451
	(2 classes)	(2 classes)		(2 classes)
Cargo compartment volume, m³	150			200
Maximum takeoff weight, kg	247 210	297 560	347 450	299 370	351534	315 000	344 000
Empty weight, kg	139 225	142 900	148 181	160 120	166 881
Boeing 777 fuel capacity, l	117 000	171 160	202 290	171 160	181 280
Maximum cruising speed, km/h	905
Maximum speed, km/h	965		945
Flight range from Max. useful load, ks	6020	10740	13890	7035	10190
	9695	14260	17500	11135	14685
Runway length, m	2500	3536		3410	3200
Practical ceiling, m	13140
Engines (×2)	PW 4077	PW 4090	GE90-110B	PW 4098	GE90-115B	GE9X	GE9X
	RR 877	RR 892	GE90-115B	RR 892
	GE90-77B	RR 895		GE90-94B
		GE90-94B
Traction (×2)	PW: 330 kN	PW: 400 kN	GE: 480 kN	PW: 430 kN	GE: 510 kN	GE: 470 kN	GE: 470 kN
	RR: 330 kN	RR: 420 kN	GE: 510 kN	RR: 400 kN
	GE: 330 kN	GE: 410 kN		GE: 410 kN

For cargo version:

Characteristics	Boeing 777 Freighter
Crew, people	2
Length, m	63,7
Wingspan, m	64,8
Sweep,	31,64
Height, m	18,6
Fuselage width, m	6,2
Cabin width, m	5,9
Cargo compartment volume, m³	636
Maximum take-off weight, kg	347 450
Empty weight, kg	148 181
Boeing 777 - fuel volume, l	181 280
Maximum cruising speed, km/h	905
Maximum speed, km/h	945
Flight range with max. payload, ks	9065
Maximum flight range, km	9065
Runway length, m	3536
Practical ceiling, m	13140
Engines (×2)	GE90-110B
Traction (×2)	GE: 480 kN

Regular and double-decker modifications of the Boeing 777

Now the Boeing 777 family, whose characteristics no one has been able to surpass so far, includes the following modifications:

• - this is the basic model of the airliner, which can accommodate up to 395 passengers (depending on the cabin layout). Can carry passengers up to 5.95 thousand km. The destination is the territory of the United States, so customers are only airlines located in the United States;
• Boeing 777-200ER- an aircraft that has the ability to make longer flights (the letters ER mean Extended Range - increased range);
• Boeing 777-200LR- a modification with an even longer flight range (up to 14,000 km), as well as a take-off weight increased by 50 tons (compared to the ER model). The letters LR stand for Longer Range. Operates regular flights since 2006;
• Boeing 777-300- modification of the Boeing 777, was developed for a change of generations, namely, to replace the Boeing 747-100 and Boeing 747-200 airliners. Can accommodate more passengers, up to 450 passengers. In accordance with customer requirements, operating costs and fuel consumption have been reduced by 30%;
• Boeing 777-300ER- a modified version of the Boeing 777-300, but with a longer flight range and a larger wingspan;
• Boeing 777 Freighter- a cargo version of the aircraft, based on the Boeing 777-200ER. Commercial operation has continued since 2009.

Boeing 777 400 aircraft

Boeing 777 crashes

January 17, 2008. Heathrow Airport (London). A British Airways Boeing 777-200ER flying from Beijing to London. Due to a malfunction of the fuel system sensors, he landed on the ground before reaching the landing strip;

July 29, 2011 Cairo airport. During preparations for takeoff of the Boeing 777-200 aircraft. As the commission found out, the cause of the fire was a problem in the electrical wiring system.

July 7, 2013 airport in San Francisco (USA). When the Boeing 777-200ER aircraft landed, its tail touched the dam at the end of the runway. After the collision, a fire started in the plane. Three people died.

March 8, 2014. South China Sea region. The Boeing 777-200ER, flying from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, suddenly disappeared from the controllers' radar screens. 227 passengers and 12 crew members were killed. On March 24, a statement was issued that the passengers on board the plane were killed and the plane crashed in the southern Indian Ocean.

July 17, 2014 A Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777 crashed in the Donetsk region near the Russian-Ukrainian border.