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Boeing 777-8

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Boeing 777-8

The ultra-long-range variant of the 777X family, designed to replace the 777-200LR. Features the same GE9X engines and folding wingtips as the 777-9 but with a shorter fuselage optimized for maximum range.

Passengers

384-395

Range

10,048 mi

Cruise Speed

562 mph

First Flight

2024

Did You Know?

The 777-8 can fly farther than any other twin-engine commercial aircraft, capable of connecting virtually any two cities on Earth non-stop.

History & Timeline

Key Milestones

2024

First Flight

After years of focusing on the 777-9, Boeing completed the first flight of the 777-8 in 2024, demonstrating the ultra-long-range variants capabilities.

Development Story

Program Launch

The 777-8 was launched alongside the 777-9 as the ultra-long-range variant of the 777X family, designed to replace the 777-200LR with even greater range and efficiency.

Emirates Order

Emirates has ordered 35 Boeing 777-8s, planning to use them on routes requiring maximum range including potential new ultra-long-haul connections.

Interesting Facts

Ultimate Range

The 777-8 can fly farther than any other twin-engine commercial aircraft at 16,170 km, capable of connecting virtually any two cities on Earth non-stop.

Technical Specifications

Performance

Range
16,170 km (10,048 mi)
Cruise Speed
905 km/h (562 mph)
Service Ceiling
13,137 m (43,100 ft)

Dimensions

Length
70.9 m (233 ft)
Wingspan
71.8 m (236 ft)

Capacity

Passengers
384-395
Cargo Volume
220 m³

Engines

Engine Count
2x GE9X
Manufacturer
General Electric
Thrust (each)
470 kN

Weights

Max Takeoff (MTOW)
351,000 kg (773,822 lbs)
Fuel Capacity
197,000 L (52,042 gal)

Takeoff / Landing

Takeoff Distance
3,100 m (10,171 ft)
Landing Distance
1,800 m (5,906 ft)

Commercial

Total Orders
43
List Price
$410.2M

History

First Flight
January 1, 2024
Status
In Production

Data sourced from en.wikipedia.org