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Boeing to Offer up to 330-Minute ETOPS on 777
EVERETT, Wash., Dec. 12, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Boeing BA -1.75% announced today it has received type-design approval from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for up to 330-minute extended operations (ETOPS) for its 777 fleet. The authorization allows 777 customers who purchase or already operate 777-300ER (extended range), 777-200LR (longer range), 777 Freighter and 777-200ER models equipped with General Electric engines to fly up to 330 minutes from an alternate airport.… (www.marketwatch.com) Altro...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
Having flown from Melbourne to Auckland on the 773 recently, I can't complain - although that probably had something to do with being in the new premium economy Spaceseats - those are pretty neat seats!
i flew last Feb on AC 777 YVR TO SYD economy i think it was 3-4-3 nothing great nothing horrible. legroom yes. long flight.
Having flown both the 747-400 and the 777-300ER with Cathay Pacific, I can assure you that the 777-300ER is a generation above the older 747-400. Fuel economy, reliability, aircraft handling and passenger comfort are all superior on the 777-300ER.
Some might point out that the 747-400 flies faster, but that is because it is heavier and must do so to be efficient at higher weights. Hence, it has a greater wing sweep. However, this is done at compromise to its relative fuel efficiency and is the primary reason most 747-400s are being converted to cargo carriers. Remember, it was designed at a time when fuel was cheap - just like most of the gas guzzlers of its day - including the now infamous Concorde.
Some might point out that the 747-400 flies faster, but that is because it is heavier and must do so to be efficient at higher weights. Hence, it has a greater wing sweep. However, this is done at compromise to its relative fuel efficiency and is the primary reason most 747-400s are being converted to cargo carriers. Remember, it was designed at a time when fuel was cheap - just like most of the gas guzzlers of its day - including the now infamous Concorde.
Well said Andrew...in the UK we are paying $13 for gas.
Its too bad I can't take Air Canada when I travel from coast to coast. They should change that AC beats all! Would love to connect thru Toronto!
lol:) Come live in Canada!
I did fly SCL - YYZ yesterday on Air Canada (777-300) and seats are 3-3-3 in economy while 1-2-1 in front. I did travel in Business from YYZ to SCL and economy from SCL to YYZ. I can say economy seats are not bad at all! Air Canada really rocks!
Yep, at 6'4", i was able to stretch my feet out, had a few inches between my knees and the seat in front of me.