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British Airways plans retirement of aging Boeing fleet by end of year

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British Airways plans retirement of aging Boeing fleet by end of year
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British Airways has maintained a significant presence in the air travel market, serving destinations worldwide from its London hubs. The airline's fleet includes over 290 aircraft, with the Boeing 777-200ER being among the oldest models still in operation. These jets have been integral to British Airways' long-haul services for decades.

The Boeing 777-200ER was initially developed to serve long-haul transoceanic routes, featuring a maximum takeoff weight exceeding 650,000 lbs and a range of up to 7,000 nautical miles. British Airways received its first delivery of this model on February 6, 1997. The aircraft has been widely used by various airlines, with more than 300 units remaining active during the COVID-19 pandemic.

British Airways operates a fleet of 43 Boeing 777-200ERs, all delivered between February 1997 and July 2009. Currently, 39 are in active service while two undergo maintenance. The average age of these aircraft is around 25 years. As maintenance costs rise, British Airways plans to phase out these older models by December 2025 and replace them with newer Boeing 787 aircraft.

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The Boeing 777-200ER is equipped with many premium seats and serves transoceanic routes from London Heathrow to destinations across North America, Asia, and the Pacific. Despite competition from Airbus A340-300s and future replacements like the Boeing 787-10, British Airways continues to rely on this model for its combination of range and efficiency.

In June 2025, British Airways deployed its Boeing 777 fleet extensively from London Heathrow and Gatwick to intercontinental hubs across North America, Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean. Notable destinations include New York's JFK and Newark airports, as well as Toronto Pearson International Airport.

Beyond long-haul markets, the airline also uses its Boeing 777-200ER fleet for medium-haul flights linking London with Middle Eastern and African capitals such as Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Riyadh (RUH). Additionally, it operates fifth-freedom flights between non-hub destinations like Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) and Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG).

The Boeing 777-200ER remains crucial to British Airways' operations due to its high capacity and ability to provide premium services on high-demand routes. However, as more fuel-efficient alternatives become available, opportunities for passengers to fly on this model may decrease.

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