Boeing 767-300ER

04 Jan 2026 · © Unknown

N651UA is a Boeing 767-300ER delivered in 1992, notable for longevity in United's fleet and frequent use on transatlantic and domestic premium routes.

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Maulin_Agrawal · 06 Jan 2026

I know the longevity bit haha… AA, BA, KL, and so many others have retired their 767s

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Aircraft

767-300ER B763

United Airlines (new livery, globe tail)

N651UA

Registration

Airline

United Airlines

UAL / UA

Manufacturer

Boeing

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 767-300ER is an iconic wide-body twinjet, significant for pioneering transatlantic ETOPS operations and long-haul efficiency.

Fleet Rarity

Not very rare globally but has become rarer in US airline fleets as newer types replace it. United is one of the largest remaining US operators.

Record Flights

Frequently used on transatlantic and coast-to-coast US routes. Once a mainstay for United's European flights from the US.

Safety & Events

United has operated the 767-300ER for decades, with the type being involved in numerous non-fatal diversions, but an excellent overall safety record.

Future Outlook

Gradual retirement expected; United is replacing many 767s with newer aircraft (e.g., 787). Still active as of early 2020s.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW4000 series (likely PW4060)

Engine

47.57 m

Wingspan

54.94 m

Length

11,070 km

Range

851 km/h

Speed

218-269 passengers (typical 2-class config)

Capacity

186,880 kg

MTOW

15.85 m

Height

272 kN (61,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3 (early models), Chapter 4 compliant for later/retrofitted units (varies)

Noise

Engine subtype confirmed by typical United fleet fit out, but could be GE CF6 variant; livery is not a special/retro version.