The time has come when air travel to warm regions and sea coasts is especially popular. Intercontinental airliners are ideal for transporting large numbers of tourists over long distances at the same time.

The Boeing 777 is the world's largest twin-engine turbofan aircraft and can accommodate between 301 and 407 people. Designed for ultra-long distance routes.

The air carrier Nordwind Airlines has 3 Boeing 777-200ER aircraft in its fleet. The company purchased these spacious cars specifically for charter flights.

Nordwind was founded in 2008 and is based at Sheremetyevo Airport. North Wind is one of the most prominent Russian air carriers, carrying out the following activities:

• Regular flights from Moscow to Russia and CIS countries
• Passenger charter transportation to the most popular resorts in many countries of the world
• Provides its aircraft to the UN humanitarian mission
• Transfer of your aircraft to third-party airlines to maintain their capacity (subleasing)

All Boeing 777-200 Nordwind aircraft have a two-class layout, two of them can accommodate 393 passengers, the third board – 285 (there are 30 seats in the business cabin).

Nordwind's B-777-200 business class aircraft seats only six people or one row. The seats are arranged 2/2/2 with two aisles. The width of the seats is an order of magnitude wider than in the economy salon. There are stands where you can put your feet, they extend. Almost 130 cm distance from the partition to the chair. It's quite comfortable.

The economic salon seats begin in the fifth row. The seating arrangement is 3/4/3. Seat pitch 74 cm.

5th and 6th row. The positive aspects here are the lack of seats in front and the distance from the bathrooms and kitchen. The downside is that the view rests on the partition and there is little legroom.

Rows 12-14. There is proximity to kitchen facilities, and there is movement of staff and passengers. There is a partition behind the seats, so that the backrests can be limited in tilt.

20 row. Same advantages and disadvantages as in row 5. The toilet is right in front of you, the kitchen is nearby, which means you won’t have a quiet trip.

21 row. Good seats C and H, they do not have seats in front of them. Plenty of legroom for tall people too. However, the toilets are still nearby and people are constantly walking.

30-39 row. The air conditioning system is designed in such a way that fresh air comes from row 20, so its influx is not too noticeable in these rows. Seats are only for passengers with a healthy respiratory system and those who do not suffer from aerophobia. In addition, in row 39 the seat backs are blocked or limited in reclining, because behind them there are emergency exits.

45 row. Favorable row. There are no opposite seats reclining towards you in front, and there is legroom. The bathrooms are quite close.

Row 46. The gaze rests on the wall of the partition, but this is better than the chair in front with a reclining back. Also the proximity of utility rooms.

From the 53rd row, the fuselage of the airliner begins to narrow and the aisle seats are a little narrower; you may be hit by flight attendants with trolleys and passengers passing by.

Rows 54-56. If you're traveling as a couple, the seats in this row are great. Here there are only two chairs at the edges.

Rows 57-58. They have negative characteristics due to their location in the rear section and proximity to utility rooms. You will have to see and hear a lot of people. There is also a limitation in reclining the seat backs. They may be completely blocked.

Flight parameters of Boeing 777-200ER

• Aircraft length - 63.7 meters
• Vehicle height (with tail) – 18.5 meters
• Wing span – 60.9 meters
• Fuselage diameter/cabin width – 6.2 meters/5.9 meters
• Crew – 2 pilots
• Passenger capacity – 400
• Take-off weight – 297560 kilograms
• Empty vehicle weight – 142900 kilograms
• Speed ​​at altitude – 905 km/h
• Range, distance – 10740 kilometers
• Acceleration runway length – 3536 meters
• Maximum flight altitude – 13140 meters
• Powerplant – PW 4090 or GE 90-94B

How it was created

Boeing needed a wide-body long-range aircraft to replace aging models, and also as a competitor to the just released Airbus 330.

Since the early nineties, a new project called the Boeing 777 was launched. During its development, the wishes of the passenger community were taken into account, and the modeling was based on computers.

Finally, the airliner was created and, after certification in 1995, went into serial production.

To date, 1,537 copies of various modifications have been produced.

What modifications exist

• The base aircraft is considered to be the Boeing 777-200. Its flight range reaches 6,000 kilometers and can accommodate up to 400 people. More used for domestic American lines. A total of 88 units were produced. In use since the mid-nineties.
• The Boeing 777-200ER airliner has an increased range reserve and a larger take-off weight. This is an intercontinental aircraft, in the skies since 1997. More than 400 copies were produced.
• The Boeing 777-200LR is an even more powerful machine. In operation since 2006, it will cover a distance of 14,000 kilometers.
• The Boeing 777-300 can seat up to 451 passengers, is fuel efficient, and 60 aircraft of this model have been produced.
• The Boeing 777-300ER is the most popular airliner in the 777 line. It has a larger wingspan and a range of 14,685 kilometers. It has been transporting passengers since 2004.
• The cargo modification of the Boeing 777 Freighter has been in operation since 2009. The freight compartment has a volume of 636 cubic meters.

The aircraft manufacturing concern plans to begin production of new modifications of the Boeing 777 by 2020. These will be improved machines, with better flight and technical characteristics.

Aircraft characteristics

A normal aerodynamic design, a single-fin tail, a swept wing with a supercritical profile - this is the technical component of the airframe.

The strength of the structure is seriously increased by the addition of composite alloys in some parts (cabin floor, rudders, ailerons). The fuselage has a circular cross-section.

The B-777-200 aircraft has the largest landing gear among jet airliners in the passenger segment.

The fly-by-wire control system has been fully digitized, and electronic bot logs have been offered since 2003, replacing paper versions. The aircraft of the family retain the usual steering wheels, along with the electric thrust control system.

The engines on airplanes of the family are turbojet, there are two of them, located under the wing, on both sides. Typically this is PW4073A (Pratt Whitney).

Interior and amenities

Boeing Signature Interior design used.

• Luggage shelves have been increased
• The lighting is indirect, the light sources are hidden, which is comfortable for the eyes
• Large portholes
• Airlines themselves can easily move seats and utility rooms at their discretion
• Hydraulic hinge of the toilet lid prevents slamming.
• Above the cabin there is a place for the crew to rest on long-distance routes (two chairs and a pair of beds, TV, shower, wardrobe).

The Boeing 777 200 aircraft is a new generation airliner that allows you to make long flights in comfort. After reading the article, you will learn what the interior looks like from the inside and how to choose the best seats when buying a ticket.

The 777 200 airliner is part of the fleet of the Northern Wind company, founded in 2008. Nordwind organizes charter flights and is licensed for private and cargo flights.

The company's fleet consists of 21 aircraft, of which 3 are Boeing 777-200ER (ER - literally Extended Range, which means increased flight range). The model entered active service in 1995, and the first flight was made in 1994.

In the Nordwind fleet, Boeings have tail numbers: VP-BJF, VP-BJB, VQ-BUD.

1. VP-BJF. The youngest of the partners. Until he was 13, he flew for a Chinese airline, after which he took over NordWind;
2. VP-BJB. He began his flight experience in '98 also in the Chinese airlines fleet, where he remained until 2013, then he was acquired by the current company;
3. VQ-BUD. Created in 1998, it was owned by several air carriers, including Aeroflot. North Wind bought Boeing in 2014.

Advantages of the 777-200 aircraft

North Wind strives to optimize the composition of the park, making it possible to improve quality and create comfortable conditions.

The Boeing 777 200 is a wide-body passenger aircraft. The aircraft layout includes 393 passenger seats, which are divided into 2 classes: economy and business. It is capable of serving flights up to 18 hours non-stop.

Interesting fact: in 2003, Boeing set an emergency record for flying on one engine for almost 3 hours with passengers on board.

Features and capabilities of the court:

The fly-by-wire control system allows you to automatically avoid potentially dangerous maneuvers during flight and ensures that the pilots’ actions do not exceed permissible limits. If necessary, the pilot can disable the system.

The Boeing 777 200er has the largest tires and landing gear of any commercial jet.

The interior is made in curved lines. There are shelves for oversized luggage. Before the creation of the 787 airliner, Boeing was considered the aircraft with the largest window sizes. There are designated crew rest areas located in the forward compartment of the aircraft. These include:

1. 2-3 sleeping places;
2. Two armchairs;
3. Washbasin;
4. TV.

Passenger cabin configuration of 777-200 Nordwind

There are 3 kitchen spaces and utility rooms, which are located at the beginning, middle and end. Restrooms are also allocated at the beginning and end of the plane. The seats in the stalls are made with a hydraulic hinge, which allows you to gently lower the toilet lid. There are two bathrooms, which are often located in front and behind next to the toilet rooms.

The layout allows employees to change the configuration of galleys, lavatories and seating depending on the needs of a particular flight.

Salons are distinguished by type of layout:

1. Economy class for 440 seats;
2. Economy and business class 396 seats;
3. Economy, first, business 306 seats.

Let's consider a basic modification of the board with two classes.

Business Class

Occupies the front part of the aircraft. No more than 10 places are allocated for this category. Offers passengers a configuration of 4 seats in a row. They are arranged according to the number of seats 2-2-2, sometimes 2-3-2. For business class, Nord Wind claims a distance of 127 cm from the seat to the partition.

Peculiarities:

• the seats are one and a half times wider than the economy category and can be transformed into a sleeping place;
• reclining backrests extend more than in economy;
• comfortable armrests;
• restaurant menu;
• there are retractable footrests.

Economy class

Starts from the 5th row. The distance between the seat backs is 74 cm. There are no footrests, but the chairs are quite comfortable, with armrests. They are made of ergonomic materials. The backrests recline slightly due to lack of space. There is a folding table, seat belts, earplugs and a storage pocket.

Economy class occupies 90% of the passenger compartment. The seating arrangement is as follows: 3 on the left, 4 in the center, 3 on the right. Most clients find this arrangement uncomfortable due to the narrow passages, constantly cruising passengers to the toilet.

During the flight you can watch movies and drink cocktails. The electronic panel allows you to track the location of the aircraft en route.

Choosing the best place

The first rows of economy class (5-6) have the undeniable advantage that there are no passengers who could recline the seat back on you. These seats in Boeing are considered good for flights and the most comfortable.

Information for mothers: in these places you can place a cradle with your baby in front of you.

The disadvantages of the row are the wall in front of the face, behind which the business class is located.

This is a quiet space, as toilets, bathrooms and kitchens are located further down the cabin. Another disadvantage is that you cannot fully extend your legs in front of you due to the partition.

Row 20 is similar to rows 5 and 6, but instead of business class there is a toilet partition in front, which means regular disturbance for passengers. This also includes seats from row 21 and seats G, F, D, E.

The advantage of row 45 is the ability to stretch your legs and straighten your knees due to the location of the emergency hatches.

For traveling couples, seats in the last row of the plane may become comfortable due to the narrowing of the fuselage. Instead of 3 seats, there are 2. The disadvantage is the possibility of hitting a passenger with a trolley carried by a flight attendant, as well as a line of people standing in the restroom.

Bad places: how not to make a mistake

Rows 38 and 39 are among the most uncomfortable. The chairs do not recline; in some cases there are restrictions on the level of inclination. Another minus is the proximity of the restroom.

53C and 54H are considered uncomfortable places due to the fact that passing passengers can easily hit you with their elbows. In addition, flight attendants with trolleys cause inconvenience during the flight.

Row 57,58: located at the rear of the cabin. The proximity of onboard kitchens, utility rooms and other technical spaces is inconvenient. They have restrictions in reclining the backrests or are completely blocked.

Experienced travelers do not recommend choosing rows 13,14,12. Due to restrictions on backrest deflection and the presence of a kitchen in the immediate vicinity.

From approximately rows 20 to 39, portholes may be missing in some places. This is a big minus for some travelers. For accurate information about the availability of a window, it is better to consult a company representative before purchasing a ticket.

Before making a purchase, pay attention to the following nuances:

1. Study the interior layout and then make a purchasing decision;
2. Do not take seats in the back of the plane, except for rows 40-41, which are suitable for those traveling in pairs;
3. Avoid places near toilets due to unnecessary noise and queues;
4. Buy tickets in advance to be able to choose the best seat. An additional bonus will be a lower price.

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The Boeing 777 is a twin-engine turbojet low-wing aircraft with swept wings and single-fin tails.

It is the first aircraft to be designed entirely without paper drawings, but only using 3D computer graphics.

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The first base model Boeing 777-200 aircraft entered service with United Airlines in 1995. Later, versions with increased flight range Boeing 777-200ER (extended range) and Boeing 777-200LR (longer-range) were also released.

In 1998, Cathay Pacific Airways launched Boeing 777-300 aircraft, which differed from the previous model in having a longer fuselage and increased passenger capacity. Since 2004, a longer-range version of the Boeing 777-300ER has also been produced.

Based on the Boeing 777-200LR Worldliner, a cargo modification, the Boeing 777 Freighter, has been developed and is being produced.
Currently, the Boeing Corporation is developing a modernized version of the aircraft under the symbol Boeing 777X, which will be equipped with new engines and a wing made of composite materials.

Boeing 777-200 is an aircraft for transporting 300-400 passengers over a distance of up to 6 thousand kilometers (basic version), 11 thousand kilometers (777-200ER) and 14 thousand kilometers (777-200LR).

Boeing 777-300 (Boeing-777-300) - a version with an extended fuselage that can accommodate up to 450 passengers, a flight range of 7 thousand to 10 thousand kilometers (in the 777-300ER version).

The flight deck is equipped with an Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) system. The EFB system data needed by pilots to control the aircraft has been converted into electronic form, making it easier to use.

In addition to the Electronic Flight Bag system, a number of solutions have been implemented on board the Boeing 777 aimed at improving passenger comfort. In particular, the cabin is equipped with a video system with screens mounted in the backs of the seats, and the seats in the business class cabin have reclining ergonomic backs.

The aircraft is equipped with the Matsushita System 3000i, which provides storage for more than 300 hours of video and audio recordings, played back upon passenger request.

An important advantage of the Boeing 777 compared to other modern airliners is the use of a variety of lightweight but durable alloys and composite materials in its design. The floor beams of the passenger cabin, aerodynamic fairings and other parts are made of composite materials. The total share of composite materials in the total weight of the entire aircraft structure is nine percent. Thus, the weight of the aircraft and the cost of its production are significantly reduced.

Boeing 777 aircraft are part of the fleets of the world's largest airlines, including British Airways, Air France, Alitalia, Lauda Air and El Al.

Flight performance characteristics for the Boeing 777-200ER modification:

Wingspan - 60.93 m

Aircraft length - 63.73 m

Aircraft height - 18.52 m

Wing area - 427.80 sq. m

Weight, empty, equipped aircraft - 135870 kg Weight, maximum take-off - 262470 kg Engine type - 2 turbofan engines Pratt Whitney PW4073A Thrust - 2 x 33600 kgf Maximum speed - 965 km/h Cruising speed - 905 km/h Practical range - 8910 km

Service ceiling - 13100 m Crew - 2 people Payload - 305-328 passengers in a three-class cabin, 375-400 passengers in a two-class cabin or 440 passengers in an economy class.

The material was prepared based on information from open sources

The Boeing 777-200 aircraft is designed specifically for long flights. The aircraft was created in the early 1990s and has been in active service since 1995. The length of the aircraft is 63.7 meters, the wingspan in various modifications varies from sixty to 64 meters, and the cabin width is almost six meters.

The Boeing version 777-200LR holds the record for the longest non-stop flight.

There are many configurations of this aircraft; depending on the seating arrangement, it can accommodate from three hundred to five hundred and fifty passengers.

Boeing 777-200 of Nordwind Airines

If you are flying Nordwind

Nordwind Airlines has two Boeing 777-200 aircraft in its fleet, in the 777-200ER configuration, which includes 393 seats, divided into business and economy classes. Below is a layout of the Boeing 777-200 cabin and the best seats in the cabin to choose from.

Nordwind Airines Boeing 777-200 cabin layout

This modification of the cabin provides the following breakdown of seats by row: three in the first row, three in the last and four seats in the middle. Toilets are located at the beginning and end of the cabin, there are two bathrooms in different parts of the cabin, utility and kitchen facilities are located at the head and tail of the aircraft, one kitchen is located in the middle of the cabin. There are only six seats in business class, all located at the front of the cabin. Economy class starts from the fifth row.

The fifth and sixth rows of seats are good in their own way, but there is also a fly in the ointment. The downside of these seats is that in front of you there will be a blank wall separating business class from the rest of the cabin. In addition, you won’t be able to stretch your legs, there simply won’t be enough space, and the dining table will have to be taken out of the armrest. But in front of you there will be no annoying neighbors who would recline their chairs. The same advantages and disadvantages are observed in the entire 20th row, as well as in seats D-G of the twenty-first row, only instead of a business class wall in front of you there will be a toilet.

Business class aircraft

Rows twelve to fourteen (except for the last three seats in row 12) have a small radius of seat back adjustment because they are located next to the kitchen. In rows 38 and 39 the same problem is observed, only the reason is the proximity of the bathrooms. Another disadvantage of the close location of the WC is the constant flow of passengers past your seat.

The seats in the 45th row are comfortable, since this is where the emergency exits are located, which means there is additional space. But the row 46 next to it is limited in maneuvers - again the proximity of the toilets is to blame.

The seats in the last rows from 54 to 56 are quite comfortable where there are two people. The fuselage narrows at the tail, so there are fewer seats. But rows 57 and 58 are an extremely bad choice. The seats do not recline, and there is a toilet and utility room behind.

Presented to you is a Boeing 777-200 Nord Wind, the cabin layout of which contains the best and not so good seat options. When buying a plane ticket, be sure to pay attention to what seat you are buying, don’t get into trouble - choose seats in which you will enjoy the flight.

Choosing Aeroflot aircraft

Aeroflot has at least thirteen such aircraft. The airline operates aircraft of the 777-200ER modification, the most modern of all existing ones.

The aircraft cabin is divided into three classes: business, comfort and economy, and can accommodate 402 people.

Toilets and galleys are located at the tail and head of the aircraft, as well as at the beginning, middle and end of the cabin. The seats are arranged according to the pattern: “three chairs-four-three chairs.” The fuselage tapering towards the tail suggests a two-four-two configuration. The most seats are in economy class, thirty are in business class, the rest of the seats belong to the “comfort” category.

When flying on a Boeing 777-200 (cabin diagram), the best seats are, of course, located in the highest-level classes. However, if your choice is economy class, then pay attention to the following rules for choosing a comfortable seat so that the flight brings you only joy.

Economy class starts from the 17th row, where it is quite convenient to fly, since there is an emergency exit in front of the seats, and this guarantees free space around. Two seats in the 18th row, namely C and H, are the most comfortable, as they are located far from the utility rooms, and there are no other seats in front of them.

The seat pitch in the economy row is 74 cm.

Boeing 77 airliners were developed in the 1990s. These aircraft were intended to operate long-distance flights. The 777-200 is notable because all of its development was done without paper. That is, no drawings were made. Preference was given to computer graphics.

The airliner began carrying out passenger transportation in 1995. During the production of these aircraft, variants were developed and built. These are the 777-200ER, which has an extended flight range, the 777-200 LR, capable of operating on ultra-long-range routes, and the 777-200 Frighter, a cargo version. Should also be called Boeing 777-30. This modification differs from the basic one (777) in that it has an extended fuselage.

The aircraft, depending on the cabin layout, can carry from 305 to 550 passengers. Its various variants are capable of operating on lines with a range of 9,100 to 17,500 kilometers. It was on the Boeing 777 that the flight distance record for passenger airliners was set. This is 21601 kilometers.

Salon and best places

Quite often, the interior layout is represented by three classes. These are business class, comfort and economy class. In this case, the liner can carry 402 passengers.

The seating arrangement is 3+4+3. In the tail section, where the fuselage narrows, the scheme is 2+4+2. Business class has 30 seats, while economy class has the largest number of seats.

The kitchen and toilets are located in the bow and tail of the aircraft. In addition, they are in the middle of the cabin, its beginning and its end.

Of course, the most comfortable seats are in business class and comfort class. However, the majority of passengers travel in economy class. There is less comfort here. The vast majority of seats have a standard level of comfort, but there are better and worse seats.

The first row in this class is row 17. The seats here are the most comfortable, since there is an emergency hatch in front, which means there is a lot of free space and you can stretch your legs.

In the next, 18-lm row, seats C and H are the most comfortable. It’s a long way from the utility rooms; there are no chairs in front. That is, there is plenty of legroom.

Rows 24, 38 and 39. The seats located in the middle part literally border the kitchen or toilets. The downside is moving passengers. Plus - there are no neighbors and a lot of space in front.

The seats in rows 12, 13, 14 (with the exception of the last 3 seats in the 12th row) have seat backs that recline at a slight angle. The reason is that they are located in close proximity to the kitchen. The same drawback is in the seats of the 39th and 39th rows. But it's not about the kitchen here. There are bathrooms nearby. Another drawback is that there are passengers moving around in the aisles almost all the time.

The part of the cabin close to the rear also has the best seats. They are located, among other things, in row 45. It is located immediately behind the escape hatch. Here passengers have plenty of legroom.

Those sitting in row 46 seats experience inconvenience. The reason is that there are toilets nearby.

There are amenities in rows 54, 55 and 56. Here, due to the narrowing of the cabin, the seats are only available in pairs.

The next, 57th row, as well as the 58th, have disadvantages. To the rear are utility rooms and toilets. Due to the presence of a wall behind the chairs, their backs do not recline.

Some clarifications regarding the seats located in front of the emergency hatches. Although they are recognized as the most convenient, there are restrictions for certain categories of passengers. Pregnant women, children, passengers with children or animals are not allowed here. It is prohibited to provide seats here to elderly passengers and foreigners who do not speak Russian or English well. Preference is given to men who inspire confidence. In case of an emergency, such passengers will help the flight attendant open the hatch and help evacuate people.

Conclusion

The Boeing 777-200, which quickly gained popularity, is the largest aircraft with two engines. These engines are the most powerful and largest used in aviation.

A special feature of the aircraft, among other things, is the composite materials present in its design. Their total weight is nine percent of the aircraft's weight.

The airliner also has the largest and most powerful landing gear. Its tires are also the largest and strongest. In particular, one tire can withstand a 27-ton load.

The cruising speed of this aircraft is 905 kilometers per hour, the maximum is 945. The airliner is capable of rising to a height of 13,100 meters.

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