The Boeing 757-200 revolutionized narrowbody aviation as a highly efficient twin-engine airliner that bridged the gap between short-haul and long-range aircraft. First flown in February 1982, it was a low-wing twin-engine design powered by high-bypass turbofan engines that could seat 178-239 passengers or carry 43,700 pounds of cargo. Measuring 155 feet 3 inches in length with a 124 foot 10 inch wingspan, it achieved ranges exceeding 3,900 nautical miles while maintaining exceptional short-field performance. The aircraft was manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes at their Renton, Washington facility.
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| Vim Airlines | — | 25439 | Russian Federation | 151d33 | |
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| Vim Airlines | — | 26435 | Russian Federation | 151d3a |