Boeing 777-200

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25 May 2026 · © Unknown

A United Airlines Boeing 777-200 climbs out in the airline's modern blue livery against a clear sky.

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Aircraft

777-200 B772

United Airlines 2019 \"New Blue\" livery

Airline

United Airlines

UAL / UA

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Apple iPhone 14 Pro back triple camera 9mm f/2.8

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Widebody Wizard

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Location

Frankfurt Main Airport

FRA/EDDF

50.0267, 8.5584

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Frankfurt Main Airport FRA

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 777-200 was the original model of the Boeing 777 family, first delivered in 1995, and signified Boeing\'s entry into the large twin-engine, long-haul market. United Airlines was the launch customer for the 777 program.

Fleet Rarity

The Boeing 777-200 is still in active service, but many airlines are retiring older examples. United has one of the largest 777-200 fleets left.

Record Flights

777-200s have operated some long historic overwater ETOPS routes, but not the very longest range flights (that distinction goes to the 777-200LR and similar models).

Safety & Events

Several 777-200s have been involved in famous incidents (e.g., United 328 engine failure, MH370 disappearance), but nothing is indicated for this specific airframe.

Future Outlook

Many 777-200s are being retired but United intends to keep some in service for several more years.

Specifications

General Electric GE90 or Pratt & Whitney PW4000 (specific variant not determinable from photo)

Engine

60.9 m

Wingspan

63.7 m

Length

9,700 km

Range

905 km/h

Speed

314-396 passengers (typical 2-class/3-class config)

Capacity

247,200 kg

MTOW

18.5 m

Height

Each engine: 340-436 kN (varies by variant)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3-4 (varies by engine/variant), typical approach ~90-95 dB

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