Boeing 777-222

24 Apr 2026 · © SSGTRocky

United Airlines Boeing 777-222 (N797UA) in the Star Alliance livery, spotted taxiing at San Francisco International Airport.

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Aircraft

777-222 B772

Star Alliance (United Airlines)

N797UA

Registration

Airline

United Airlines

UAL / UA

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

iPhone 17 Pro Max

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Location

San Francisco International Airport

SFO/KSFO

37.6198, -122.3750

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San Francisco International Airport SFO

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 777-200 was the first variant of the 777 and an early twin-engine long-haul widebody, helping pioneer ETOPS routes.

Fleet Rarity

United operates one of the larger fleets of 777-200s, but N797UA in Star Alliance colors is relatively rare in the fleet.

Record Flights

Used on key long-haul US and global routes; United\'s B777-200s have flown SFO-HKG, ORD-HND, and more.

Safety & Events

Some 777-200s globally have experienced engine-related incidents (notably on PW4000 engines); United\'s 777 fleet was temporarily grounded in 2021.

Future Outlook

Many 777-200s are being retired but United is maintaining some for long-haul use, primarily for international and Hawaii routes as of 2024.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW4090

Engine

60.9 meters

Wingspan

63.7 meters

Length

9,700 km

Range

905 km/h

Speed

305 passengers (2-class typical for United 777-200)

Capacity

247,200 kg

MTOW

18.5 meters

Height

413 kN (92,000 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Approaches ICAO Chapter 4 standards, ~96-98 dB (takeoff)

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