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The Boeing 777-200 is the original variant of the 777 family, a wide-body twinjet airliner developed by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Entering service with United Airlines in 1995, it was the first commercial aircraft to be designed entirely using computer-aided design (CAD) technology. The 777-200 has a typical seating capacity of 305-440 passengers and a range of approximately 5,240 nautical miles (9,700 km). Powered by two high-bypass turbofan engines—either General Electric GE90, Pratt & Whitney PW4000, or Rolls-Royce Trent 800—it features advanced technology including a fly-by-wire control system and a fully glass cockpit.
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Which airline first launched the Boeing 777-200?
The Boeing 777-200 entered service with United Airlines in 1995. It was the inaugural variant of what would become a highly successful wide-body twinjet airliner family.
What makes the Boeing 777-200 historically significant in aviation?
It holds the distinction of being the first commercial aircraft to be designed entirely using computer-aided design (CAD) technology. This marked a major revolution in how modern commercial airplanes are engineered and manufactured.
Who developed the Boeing 777-200?
The aircraft was developed and manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. It was created to bridge the gap in the market between the smaller 767 and the massive 747 jumbo jet.
How many passengers can the Boeing 777-200 typically seat?
The seating capacity varies depending on the airline's specific cabin layout and class configurations. In a standard multi-class layout, it typically accommodates around 300 to 350 passengers.
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