Boeing 767-200

24 May 2026 · © Unknown

A rare VIP Boeing 767-200 (N829AR) with distinctive 'R' tail logo taxies past a United Airlines 767 and sits behind an American Airlines 737 at the gate.

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Aircraft

767-200 B762

Private/Charter (R symbol tail logo, white with gold and black accents)

N829AR

Registration

Airline

Private/Charter (possibly associated to sports or entertainment organizations as indicated by unique tail logo)

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Apple iPhone 16 Pro back triple camera 15.66mm f/2.8

Achievements

Private Jet Pro, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Ultra-Long-Haul, Boeing Beginner

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Photo grade

Score: 69.0

Interesting tail variety, but foreground clutter and lamp posts obscure the main aircraft.

Location

Chicago O\'Hare International Airport

ORD/KORD

41.9786, -87.9048

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Chicago O\'Hare International Airport ORD

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 767-200 was the original variant of the 767 family, first flown in 1981, notable as an early widebody twin used for long-haul and transcontinental flights. N829AR is a rare example converted for VIP/private/charter use.

Fleet Rarity

Extremely rare in global service (very few 767-200s remain, and even fewer as VIP/private jets).

Record Flights

This variant was used for early transatlantic twinjet operations, but VIP/private usage is not typically record-setting.

Safety & Events

No major public incidents reported for this specific airframe. The model as a type had notable incidents, including the famous Gimli Glider (another airframe).

Future Outlook

Expected to remain in VIP or charter service as long as economically viable; could be retired soon due to age.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney JT9D or General Electric CF6 (varies by specific 767-200, not visible)

Engine

47.57 m

Wingspan

48.51 m

Length

7,240 km

Range

851 km/h

Speed

181-224 passengers (standard), variable for VIP/charter configuration

Capacity

142,880 kg

MTOW

15.85 m

Height

222.4 kN (50,000 lbf) (typical for 767-200 engines)

Thrust

90–94 dB (ICAO Chapter 3/4, varies with engine)

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