Boeing 757 facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Boeing 757
An American Airlines Boeing 757-200 about to land at Vancouver International Airport
Role	Narrow Body jet airliner
National origin	United States
Manufacturer	Boeing Commercial Airplanes
First flight	February 19, 1982
Introduction	January 1, 1983 with Eastern Air Lines
Status	In Service
Primary users	Delta Air Lines United Airlines American Airlines UPS Airlines
Produced	1981-2004
Number built	1050
Unit cost	757-200: US$65 million (2002) 757-300: US$80 million (2002)
Variants	Boeing C-32

A Air Astana Boeing 757-200.

A Thomas Cook Boeing 757-300 at Manchester Airport.

The Boeing 757 is a popular airplane built by Boeing. It's a narrow-body jet airliner, meaning it has one aisle. This plane is great for short to medium flights. It was first used in 1983 by Eastern Air Lines and British Airways. They wanted a new plane to replace the Boeing 727.

Boeing stopped making the 757 in 2004. In total, 1,050 of these planes were built. The very last one went to Shanghai Airlines in 2005. Many Boeing 757s are still flying today!

What is the Boeing 757?

The Boeing 757 is a type of aircraft. It was designed to carry passengers. It's known as a "narrow-body" plane. This means it has a single aisle inside. It's perfect for flights that aren't too long or too short.

Why was the 757 created?

The 757 was made to replace an older plane. This plane was called the Boeing 727. Airlines like Eastern Air Lines and British Airways needed a new option. They wanted a plane that was more modern. The 757 was designed to be more fuel-efficient. It also offered better performance.

When did the 757 start flying?

The very first flight of a Boeing 757 was on February 19, 1982. It began carrying passengers in January 1983. Eastern Air Lines was the first airline to use it. Soon after, other airlines started flying it too.

How many 757s were built?

Boeing made the 757 for many years. Production started in 1981. It continued until October 28, 2004. Over these years, 1,050 Boeing 757 planes were built. The last one was delivered in November 2005. It went to Shanghai Airlines.

Are 757s still used today?

Yes, many Boeing 757s are still in service. They are used by airlines all over the world. Some of the main users include Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. UPS Airlines also uses them for cargo. These planes are very reliable.

Different types of 757s

There are a few versions of the Boeing 757. The most common is the 757-200. This is the standard passenger version. There is also a longer version. It is called the 757-300. This one can carry more passengers.

What about special versions?

Some 757s are used for special purposes. For example, the Boeing C-32 is a military version. It is used by the United States government. Some 757s are also converted into cargo planes. They carry goods instead of people.

Images for kids

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  The 7N7 made its Farnborough Airshow debut in 1982 as the 757-200.

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  Forward view of a Transavia Airlines 757-200, showing fuselage profile, wing dihedral, and RB211 engines

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  Predecessor and successor: an Air Atlantis 727-200 and an Air Europe 757-200

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  British Airways was one of the first customers for the RB211-powered 757.

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  Eastern Air Lines began domestic 757 operations in January 1983 and later deployed the aircraft on transcontinental routes.

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  Monarch Airlines began 757 charter services in March 1983.

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  Condor became the first operator of the stretched 757-300 in March 1999.

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  Shanghai Airlines received the last production 757, B-2876, in November 2005.

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  Continental Airlines 757-300 with blended winglets, which reduce lift-induced drag and improve fuel efficiency

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  Bird's eye view of Ethiopian Airlines 757-200 ET-AMK at London Heathrow Airport

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  Two-crew cockpit of a Condor 757-300 with CRT displays

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  Icelandair 757-200 with original cabin design, updated lighting, and six-abreast seating

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  A United Airlines 757-200 on final approach, viewed from below, with extended landing gear, flaps, and slats

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  Northwest Airlines 757-200 in 2010

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  A UPS 757-200PF arriving at San Jose International Airport

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  Nepal Airlines' sole 757-200M arriving at Dubai International Airport

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  DHL Aviation 757-200SF in flight

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  Delta Air Lines 757-300 arriving at Los Angeles International Airport

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  Boeing 757-200SF of FedEx Express, the variant's largest single operator

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  Arkia Israel Airlines 757-300 on final approach

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  In January 2011, the FAA ordered fuselage inspections after an American Airlines 757 lost an upper skin panel in flight.

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  N608DA at Pinal Airpark in 2014, under restoration in preparation for being put on display at the Delta Flight Museum

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  A comparison of the different 757 variants

See also

In Spanish: Boeing 757 para niños