BoeingNarrow-bodyFirst flight: 1982
Boeing 757
"The Slim Twin"
The narrow-body jet that can fly across oceans!
Max Passengers
295
Range (km)
7,222
Engines
2
About the Boeing 757
"The narrow-body jet that can fly across oceans!"
The Boeing 757 is unique — it's a narrow-body jet (one aisle) but it can fly much farther than most narrow-body planes. Airlines use it for medium to long routes where a wide-body would be too big. It's known for its powerful engines and steep climb performance.
✈️ First flight: 1982
👥 Up to 295 passengers
🗺️ Range: 4,485 miles
⚙️ 2 engines
Cool Fact!
The 757 climbs so steeply after takeoff that passengers sometimes feel like they're on a rocket! 🚀
Fun Facts ✈️
The 757 can take off from shorter runways than most jets its size.
It was the first Boeing jet to use a digital "glass cockpit" with screens instead of dials.
Some 757s fly transatlantic routes — crossing the entire Atlantic Ocean!
Delta and United still operate large fleets of 757s today.
Airlines That Fly This Plane
Quick Specs
Passengers
Up to 295Range
4,488 milesEngines
2 turbofanCruise Speed
570 mphWingspan
125 feetFirst Flight
1982Official Boeing Specs
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