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In 2026, Boeing's modernized 777X aircraft is set to enter the market after a series of delays. As anticipation builds for this new aircraft, the aviation industry is phasing out older models, particularly the Boeing 777-200. Currently, United Airlines, ANA (All Nippon Airways), and MaxAir are the remaining airlines operating this variant. United's fleet of 777-200s is notably aging, with some aircraft nearing 30 years old.
The Boeing 777 was designed to bridge the gap between the smaller 767 and the larger 747. Its first flight occurred in June 1994, and United Airlines received the first delivery a year later. According to SKYbrary, the 777-200 was "Boeing's first fly-by-wire airliner with an EFIS Flight Deck and Flight Envelope Protection."
Boeing's records indicate that 88 of the 139 ordered 777-200s were delivered. These aircraft typically accommodate 301 to 368 passengers, with a range extending from 5,240 to 9,395 nautical miles. The 777-200 variant was predominantly aimed at the US domestic market, although international carriers such as ANA and British Airways also incorporated it into their fleets.
