Boeing 777

Air France- Boeing 777-300ER

The Boeing 777 is a long-range, wide-body twin-engine jet airliner manufactured by Boeing. It is the world's largest twin-jet and is commonly referred to as the "Triple Seven". The aircraft has seating for over 300 passengers and has a range from 5,235 to 9,380 nautical miles (9,695 to 17,370 km), depending on model. Its distinguishing features include the largest-diameter turbofan engines of any aircraft, six wheels on each main landing gear, a circular fuselage cross-section, and blade-shaped tail cone. Developed in consultation with eight major airlines, the 777 was designed to replace older wide-body airliners and bridge the capacity difference between the 767 and 747. As Boeing's first wire airliner, it has computer mediated controls; it is also the first entirely computer-designed commercial aircraft.

The Boeing 777 family is a complete family of jetliners that is preferred by passengers and airlines around the world. The market-leading 777 family consists of five passenger models, with the ability to fly point-to-point nonstop to bypass crowded and busy hub airports, and a freighter model.

The market-driven design of the 777 ensures the airplane responds to market needs and customer preferences. The result is a family of airplanes distinguished by its fuel-efficiency, spacious cabin interior, range capability, commonality and reliability. The 777 provides the most payload and range capability and growth potential in the medium-sized airplane category -- all with lower operating costs.

More info:

http://www.boeing.com/commercial/777family/background.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_777

Airbus A340

Lufthansa- Airbus A340

The Airbus A340 is a long-range four-engined wide-body commercial passenger jet airliner. Developed by Airbus Industrie, a consortium of European aerospace companies, which is now fully-owned by EADS, the A340 is manufactured at Toulouse, France. It seats up to 375 passengers in the standard variants and 440 in the stretched −600 series. Depending on the model, it has a range of between 6,700 to 9,000 nautical miles (12,400 to 17,000 km). It is similar in design to the twin-engined A330 with which it was concurrently designed. Its distinguishing features are four high-bypass turbofan engines and three-bogie main landing gear.

The four-engine A340-300 features one of the quietest cabins in the sky – a key element for relaxing long-haul operations – as well as the best economy in its class, which makes this jetliner an airline favourite. The A340-300 seats 295 passengers in a typical three-class cabin configuration, while a two-class layout comfortably accommodates as many as 335 travellers.

The A340-300 demonstrates outstanding environmental efficiencies, including low fuel burn and reduced engine emissions, while its reduced noise signature comfortably meets international standards.

More info:

http://www.airbus.com/aircraftfamilies/passengeraircraft/a340family/a340-300/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airbus_A340

Boeing 747

British Airways- Boeing 747

The Boeing 747 is a widebody commercial airliner and cargo transport, often referred to by the nickname Jumbo Jet or Queen of the Skies. It is among the world's most recognizable aircraft, and was the first widebody ever produced.

First flown commercially in 1970, the 747 held the passenger capacity record for 37 years.

The 747-400 incorporates major aerodynamic improvements over earlier 747 models, including the addition of winglets to reduce drag, new avionics, a new flight deck and the latest in-flight entertainment systems. And, the 747 continues to be the world's fastest subsonic jetliner, cruising at Mach .855 -- or 85.5 percent of the speed of sound.

The four-engine 747 uses a double deck configuration for part of its length. It is available in passenger, freighter and other versions. Boeing designed the 747's hump-like upper deck to serve as a first class lounge or (as is the general rule today) extra seating, and to allow the aircraft to be easily converted to a cargo carrier by removing seats and installing a front cargo door. Boeing did so because the company expected supersonic airliners (whose development was announced in the early 1960s) to render the 747 and other subsonic airliners obsolete, while believing that the demand for subsonic cargo aircraft would be robust into the future.

Did you know the 747-400 wing measures 5,600 square feet (524.9 sq m), an area large enough to hold 45 medium-sized automobiles?

More info:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_747

http://www.boeing.com/commercial/747family/background.html

Airbus A380

Lufthansa- Airbus A380

The Airbus A380 is a double-deck, wide-body, four-engine airliner manufactured by the European corporation Airbus, a subsidiary of EADS. The largest passenger airliner in the world, the A380 made its maiden flight on 27 April 2005 from Toulouse, France, and made its first commercial flight on 25 October 2007 from Singapore to Sydney with Singapore Airlines. The aircraft was known as the Airbus A3XX during much of its development phase, but the nickname Superjumbo has since become associated with it.

From cabin comfort and eco-efficiency to operating costs and revenue generation, Airbus’ 21st century flagship A380 offers step-change improvements over any current or proposed 400-plus seat airliner – allowing its operators around the world to boost profitability stimulate demand and increase their market share.

Since its 2007 service entry, Airbus A380 has delivered the lowest fuel burn and operating costs in commercial aviation – all while flying higher, further and quieter.  In additional to its use on long-haul routes, operating airlines are successfully utilising the A380 on regional segments – and even on high-density shorter-haul flights.

With seating capacity ranging from 400 to more than 800 passengers, the A380 also is an essential part of the solution for sustainable growth – alleviating traffic congestion at busy airports by transporting more passengers with no additional flights and at much lower costs.

Did u know?

It is estimated that world traffic volume will increase from the current annual 24 trillion kilometres (15 trillion miles) to in excess of 100 trillion kilometres (62 trillion miles) by 2050. Travel by car will drop from 53% of total transport use to 35%, with high-speed transport such as air travel increasing from 9% to more than 40%.

The Airbus company addresses this problem with their double-deck jet, the A380.

More info:

http://www.airbus.com/aircraftfamilies/passengeraircraft/a380family/a380-800/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airbus_A380

http://didyouknow.org/airbus/

Boeing 737

Air Pacific- Boeing 737

The Boeing 737 is a short- to medium-range, twin-engine narrow-body jet airliner. Originally developed as a shorter, lower-cost twin-engine airliner derived from Boeing's 707 and 727, the 737 has developed into a family of nine passenger models with a capacity of 85 to 215 passengers. The 737 is Boeing's only narrow-body airliner in production, with the -600, -700, -800, and -900ER variants currently being built.

The 737 family has won orders for more than 6,000 airplanes, which is more airplanes than The Boeing Company's biggest competitor has won for its entire product line since it began business.

Advanced technology winglets allow airlines to save on fuel, extend its range, carry more payload and reduce engine maintenance costs. Blended winglets are wing tip extensions which provide several benefits to airplane operators. The winglet option increases the Next-Generation 737's lead as the newest and most technologically advanced airplane in its class.

Did you know about 50 gallons of paint are used to paint an average 737? Once the paint is dry, it will weigh approximately 250 pounds!

More info:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_737#Development

http://www.boeing.com/commercial/737family/background.html

Airbus A320

Finnair- Airbus A320

The Airbus A320 family is a family of short- to medium-range, narrow-body, commercial passenger jet airliners manufactured by Airbus Industry. The family includes the A318, A319, A320 and A321, as well as the ACJ business jet. Final assembly of the family in Europe takes place in Toulouse, France and Hamburg, Germany; since 2009, a plant in Tianjin, People's Republic of China has also started producing aircraft for Chinese airlines. The aircraft family can accommodate up to 220 passengers and has a range of 3,100 to 12,000 km (1,700 to 6,500 nmi), depending on model.

The first member of the A320 family—the A320—was launched in March 1984, first flew on 22 February 1987, and was first delivered in 1988. The family was soon extended to include the A321 (first delivered 1994), the A319 (1996), and the A318 (2003). The A320 family pioneered the use of digital fly-by-wire flight control systems, as well as side stick controls, in commercial aircraft. Although there has been a continuous improvement process since introduction, the proposedA320neo is to offer new, more efficient engines.

New wing tip devices called “Sharklets” will be available on the A320 Family beginning in late 2012, adding more than 3.5 per cent savings in overall fuel consumption on long route sectors, while also improving takeoff performance and increasing payload by 500 kg. – allowing for additional range or more passengers to be carried.

More info:

http://www.airbus.com/aircraftfamilies/passengeraircraft/a320family/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airbus_A320_family