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Delta Airlines say “GOOBYE” to Boeing 777 without Regret! Here’s Why
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00:00 Intro
00:36 Delta and Boeing 777
02:44 Why Delta says goodbye to Boeing 777?
07:53 Will Delta choose the 777X?
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Delta Airlines say “GOOBYE” to Boeing 777 without Regret! Here’s Why
For over two decades, the Boeing Triple 7 has been a symbol of power in long-haul aviation. It has a presence in the fleets of the most famous names: Emirates, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and even American giants like United and American Airlines. Delta was also once part of that journey. But surprisingly, by 20 20, this aircraft had suddenly and completely disappeared from their fleet, replaced by a new workhorse – the Airbus A3 50.
What exactly happened? Why did the Boeing Triple 7 vanish from Delta's fleet, and why was the A3 50 chosen as its replacement? Let's find out!
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Delta Airlines say “GOOBYE” to Boeing 777 without Regret! Here’s Why
To truly grasp this pivotal decision, we need to delve into Delta's history with the Boeing Triple 7. Delta first introduced the Boeing Triple 7 to its fleet in 19 99, with the primary variants being the Triple 7 200ER and 200LR. The arrival of these wide-body aircraft opened up new operational opportunities for this airline, particularly on trans-Pacific routes to Asia and even farther to Australia. The 200LR variant, with its ultra-long-range capability, became an invaluable tool for this carrier to establish challenging nonstop routes like Atlanta to Johannesburg or Los Angeles to Sydney—journeys that previously required an intermediate stop.
Delta Airlines say “GOOBYE” to Boeing 777 without Regret! Here’s Why
However, despite its superior range and passenger capacity, the Boeing Triple 7's operating costs were not the most optimal, especially with fluctuating fuel prices and fierce competition in the aviation market. The extended range of the 200LR largely came from the addition of auxiliary fuel tanks, which meant the aircraft had to carry a larger weight, leading to higher fuel consumption, particularly on flights where passenger load factors were not at their maximum.