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How safe is it to fly on a 22 year old Thai Airways Boeing 777-200?

How safe is it to fly on a 22 year old Thai Airways Boeing 777-200?
  1. Is Boeing 777 200 Safe?
  2. Is Thai Airway safe?
  3. What is the difference between 777 200 and 777-300ER?
  4. Is the Boeing 777 200 still in production?
  5. Is the Boeing 777 a Dreamliner?
  6. What caused 777 engine failure?
  7. What is the most dangerous airline?
  8. What is the safest airline in Thailand?
  9. Do you get free drinks on Thai Airways?
  10. How good is the Boeing 777?
  11. Who makes the engines for the Boeing 777?
  12. How old are 777 planes?

Is Boeing 777 200 Safe?

There are a few things you should know about the Boeing 777-200, which is among the world's safest and most technologically advanced aircraft, that will help you understand what happened Saturday. Like most two-engine airplanes, it is designed to safely fly on only one engine in an emergency situation.

Is Thai Airway safe?

Thailand failed, and 26 safety issues were found.

These ratings are based on the overall safety standards of the country, unrelated to any particular airline. So I'd continue to fly Thai Airways without hesitation, as I still think they're a safe airline.

What is the difference between 777 200 and 777-300ER?

Although their air-frame measurements such as wingspan, wheel track and tailplane are the same, the major difference is the fuselage length. Being significantly longer in the fuselage, the Boeing 777 300 outstretches its sister, the 777 200, by 10 metres, comparatively adding a far greater passenger capacity.

Is the Boeing 777 200 still in production?

Most produced Boeing widebody

The 777-200 was followed by the 777-200ER in 1997, and the 777-300 in 1998. ... As of January 2021, according to data on Boeing's website, the planemaker still has unfilled orders for the 777-200LR and the 777-300ER passenger jets, as well as the 777F.

Is the Boeing 777 a Dreamliner?

The Boeing 787 'Dreamliner' has revolutionized long-haul commercial air travel. ... The 777 had previously been the long-haul workhorse of the airline industry. Before the arrival of the Dreamliner, it was thought to have its future guaranteed.

What caused 777 engine failure?

In February 2018, a United-operated Boeing 777 had an engine failure on its way to Hawaii, and the engine cover was ripped off. The NTSB said the incident was caused by a broken fan blade and that Pratt & Whitney inspectors hadn't correctly identified a sign of a crack in the blade in previous inspections.

What is the most dangerous airline?

None of the airlines below attained any more than two out of seven stars.

What is the safest airline in Thailand?

Thai Airways (and their subsidiary Thai Smile) and Thai Lion were the Thai “winners” with just four out of seven stars. The stars are given out based on many factors that include crash records, safe landings, certifications, inclusion on international aviation blacklists and more.

Do you get free drinks on Thai Airways?

As a full-service airline, the usual range of soft drinks, juices and alcohol are available on board free-of-cost.

How good is the Boeing 777?

The Boeing 777 is one of the safest and most successful aircraft in aviation history. If you've been on a long-haul flight in the last 20 years, there's a high probability that you've been on one. First entering service in 1995 with United Airlines, it is now a member of over 50 different airline's fleets.

Who makes the engines for the Boeing 777?

The General Electric GE90 is a family of high-bypass turbofan aircraft engines built by GE Aviation for the Boeing 777, with thrust ratings from 81,000 to 115,000 lbf (360 to 510 kN). It entered service with British Airways in November 1995.

How old are 777 planes?

The 777 series is a two-engine American wide-body commercial airliner manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. It's the world's largest twin-jet and began flying in 1994. It was officially introduced in 1995. United is the only U.S. airline with the Pratt & Whitney PW4000 in its fleet, the FAA said.

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