Boeing 757-200

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14 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

A Delta Air Lines Boeing 757-200 at the gate, preparing for its next flight.

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Kiwi Aviation · 14 Apr 2026

So cool! 🛩️

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Aircraft

757-200 B752

Standard Delta Air Lines livery

Airline

Delta Air Lines

DAL / DL

Manufacturer

Boeing

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Boeing Beginner

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Location

Richmond International Airport

RIC/KRIC

37.5052, -77.3197

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Richmond International Airport RIC

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 757-200 is known for its performance on short runways and high-altitude airports; Delta is one of the largest operators of this type.

Fleet Rarity

Delta operates one of the largest 757 fleets; fewer than 700 of this type remain in airline service worldwide.

Record Flights

Has been used for long narrowbody transatlantic routes by Delta and other airlines.

Safety & Events

No significant incidents with Delta\'s 757 fleet but the type has a generally strong safety record.

Future Outlook

Type is being retired gradually but remains active at Delta as of 2024.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce RB211 or Pratt & Whitney PW2000 (cannot determine exact model from this angle)

Engine

38.05 m

Wingspan

47.32 m

Length

6,550 km

Range

850 km/h

Speed

200-239 passengers (typical 2-class config)

Capacity

115,680 kg

MTOW

13.56 m

Height

170–191 kN per engine (varies by engine type)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant, ~87–95 dB on approach (varies by measurement location and variant)

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