description Boeing 757-300 Overview
The Boeing 757-300 is a narrow-body commercial airliner introduced in 1999 as an extended version of the original 757-200. With a length of 178 feet 8 inches (54.5 meters), it remains the longest single-aisle commercial aircraft produced by Boeing, capable of carrying up to 295 passengers in a typical configuration. The aircraft was designed for high-density, medium-range routes and competes in the same market segment as the Airbus A321. Boeing delivered 55 aircraft of this variant before concluding 757 production in 2004, with the final 757-300 going to Continental Airlines.
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How long is the Boeing 757-300?
The Boeing 757-300 is exactly 178 feet and 7 inches (54.4 meters) long. This stretched fuselage makes it the longest single-aisle narrow-body airliner that Boeing has ever produced.
When did the Boeing 757-300 enter commercial service?
The aircraft entered service in 1999, with launch customer Condor operating the first flights. It was developed later in the 757 program to offer higher capacity for charter and leisure airlines.
Why did Boeing stop making the 757-300?
Boeing ceased production of the entire 757 family in 2004, delivering the last aircraft to Shanghai Airlines. Demand had shifted toward smaller, more fuel-efficient next-generation aircraft like the Boeing 737.
How does the passenger capacity of the 757-300 compare to the 757-200?
The 757-300 can carry roughly 50 more passengers than the baseline 757-200 model. In a typical two-class configuration, it can accommodate up to 295 passengers.
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