Boeing 767
The Boeing 767 is a medium range widebody twinjet, launched in 1978. Boeing developed the aircraft in the same period as the 757 and tried to make common as much design features as possible. The Boeing 767 was first flown on 26 September 1981 and entered service in August 1982. First user was United Airlines.
The 767 was the main competitor of the Airbus A310 and with more than 900 aircraft sold much more successful. Main difference between the two aircraft is the fuselage diameter, which is smaller with the 767 (seven-abreast seating in the economy class compared to eight-abreast in the A310). The A310 is more suitable for combined passenger/cargo operations and the 767 is more optimized for passenger-only services.
Boeing produces the 767 in three main versions:
Boeing 767-200
The Boeing 767-200 is the standard version. It offers 200-220 seats. A subversion is the 767-200ER (Extended Range). The US Air Force will probably lease 100 767-200ER aircraft in an aerial tanker version.
Boeing 767-300
The Boeing 767-300 is a stretched version . It is 6.40 meter longer than the 767-200. In February 1986 American Airlines introduced this version into airline service. An extended range version (ER) is available as well and in October 1995 Boeing delivered the first all-cargo 767-300F aircraft to United Parcel Service.
Boeing 767-400ER
The 767-400ER is an even further stretched version. First operator of this 300-seat aircraft is Delta Air Lines. The aircraft has a higher weight, increased wing span and a new landing gear.
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