Boeing 777-200ER

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Getting ready to head out of PHX

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Aircraft

777-200ER B772

American Airlines (current livery)

Airline

American Airlines

AAL / AA

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro back triple camera 9mm f/2.8

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Boeing Beginner, Widebody Wizard

4 badges earned

Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 75.0

Nice side profile of the 777, but foreground clutter and mild haze reduce impact. The mountain backdrop is a plus!

Location

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

PHX/KPHX

33.4353, -112.0060

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Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport PHX

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 777-200ER is a long-range, twin-engine widebody and Boeing\'s first 777 variant; important for opening up new direct, long-haul routes for many airlines. The American Airlines 777-200ER is a workhorse for transatlantic and transpacific routes.

Fleet Rarity

AA has one of the largest 777-200ER fleets; the worldwide fleet remains relatively common but slowly being reduced as more efficient aircraft enter service.

Record Flights

Has operated transpacific and ultra-long-haul routes in AA\'s network (e.g., Dallas to Hong Kong, Los Angeles to London).

Safety & Events

Generally safe operational record; minor incidents over the decades include occasional engine failures, diversions.

Future Outlook

Still flying, but older frames being phased out through 2030s; some scrapped, others sold to secondary carriers.

Specifications

GE90 or PW4000 or Trent 800 (varies on AA 777-200ER, specific engine not visible)

Engine

60.9 meters

Wingspan

63.7 meters

Length

13,080 km

Range

905 km/h

Speed

314-317 passengers

Capacity

297,500 kg

MTOW

18.5 meters

Height

345-415 kN (varies by engine type)

Thrust

Approaches ICAO Chapter 4/Stage 4 (late 1990s/2000s standard)

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