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The Boeing 777-300ER entered service in 2004 as what many considered the ultimate evolution of Boeing’s original 777 concept.
Boeing reduced the 777-300ER's baseline weight by about 1,200 lbs through structural refinements.
KEY POINTS
- The GE90-115B engine on the 777-300ER received multiple efficiency and reliability performance improvements over time.
- Subtle aerodynamic changes, such as divergent trailing edges and tail skid revisions, improved fuel performance.
- Cabin retrofits now include 4K OLED screens, Starlink WiFi, and wireless charging in refurbished 777-300ERs.
- The 777X program delays have driven airlines to upgrade, rather than retire, existing 777-300ERs.
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