Boeing 757-200

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20 Mar 2026 · © Part Timer

A VIP Boeing 757-200 in a custom livery, parked at a snow-dusted airport ramp with mountains in the background.

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Aircraft

757-200 B752

VIP/Private

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

iPhone

Location

Eagle County Regional Airport

EGE/KEGE

39.6426, -106.9180

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Eagle County Regional Airport EGE

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Aviation History

The Boeing 757 filled a niche for medium- and long-range single-aisle routes, known for strong takeoff performance at high-altitude airports and flexibility; production ended in 2004 but the type remains in demand for VIP and cargo conversion.

Fleet Rarity

Less common than the 737, but still over 600 active frames (as of 2024), though VIP versions are much rarer.

Record Flights

One of the few narrowbodies capable of true transatlantic routes; popular for flights from US East Coast to Europe; used for specialty charters and head-of-state missions.

Safety & Events

Used by several celebrities and sports teams as private jets; Air Force Two variant (C-32); robust reputation but some suffered hard landings due to strong pitch moments on approach.

Future Outlook

Several 757-200s continue service as freighters, VIP, and charter jets; not in passenger production any longer.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce RB211 or Pratt & Whitney PW2000 (not fully visible, uncertain of variant)

Engine

38.05 m

Wingspan

47.32 m

Length

7,222 km

Range

850 km/h

Speed

Typically 200–239 passengers; in VIP config, fewer

Capacity

115,680 kg

MTOW

13.56 m

Height

36,600–43,500 lbf (163–193 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant (typically 89–94 dB on approach/TAKEOFF, varies by engine)

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