Boeing 767-300ER

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18 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

A KLM Boeing 767-300ER, classic in the blue livery, taxiing at Amsterdam Schiphol on a moody, overcast day.

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Kiwi Aviation · 18 Apr 2026

Perfect timing!

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Aircraft

767-300ER B763

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Standard Livery

Airline

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

KLM / KL

Manufacturer

Boeing

Achievements

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Location

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

AMS/EHAM

52.3086, 4.7639

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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol AMS

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 767-300ER is a popular twin-engine widebody, pivotal in developing long-haul lower-density routes. KLM has operated this type previously, though it is not in current front-line service with KLM (they now operate mainly newer types).

Fleet Rarity

Relatively uncommon now with major European carriers; KLM\'s 767s were retired — this could be a different airline, but livery suggests KLM.

Record Flights

Notable for pioneering long-range ETOPS twin-jet operations in the 1990s.

Safety & Events

The 767-300ER has a strong safety record, but there have been a few non-fatal and some fatal accidents in the global fleet over decades.

Future Outlook

Most European 767s have been retired or converted to freighters; a few remain in service globally.

Specifications

General Electric CF6 or Pratt & Whitney PW4000 (not visually distinct in this image)

Engine

47.57 m

Wingspan

54.94 m

Length

11,065 km

Range

850 km/h

Speed

218–269 passengers (typical 2-class), up to 350 maximum, depending on seat layout

Capacity

186,880 kg

MTOW

15.85 m

Height

256–282 kN (57,400–63,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Typical ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant (~85 dB approach depending on configuration)

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