Boeing 777-300ER

17 Apr 2026 · © Judge Dredd

Japan Airlines Boeing 777-300ER (JA738J) powers off the runway on departure, exemplifying the airline's long-haul fleet.

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Kiwi Aviation · 17 Apr 2026

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Aircraft

777-300ER B773

Japan Airlines standard livery

JA738J

Registration

Airline

Japan Airlines

JAL / JL

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Runway Royalty, Ultra-Long-Haul, Boeing Beginner, Widebody Wizard

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Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

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Aviation History

The Boeing 777-300ER is a flagship long-haul aircraft for many international airlines, including Japan Airlines, known for its high efficiency and capacity.

Fleet Rarity

Less than 70 Boeing 777-300ERs in Japan Airlines\' fleet; common globally but becoming less so as newer types replace them.

Record Flights

Frequently operates long haul transpacific and intercontinental routes such as Tokyo - New York, Tokyo - London.

Safety & Events

The Boeing 777 family has a strong safety record; individual incidents for JA738J are not widely reported.

Future Outlook

Still in active service, but expected eventual retirement as airlines transition to newer models.

Specifications

GE90-115B

Engine

64.8 meters

Wingspan

73.9 meters

Length

13,650 kilometers

Range

905 kilometers per hour

Speed

368-396 passengers (typical configuration)

Capacity

351,535 kilograms

MTOW

18.5 meters

Height

512 kN (115,300 lbf)

Thrust

QC2 for arrival/ QC4 for departure (meets ICAO Chapter 4)

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