The Boeing 777 200 aircraft is a new generation airliner that allows you to make long flights in comfort. After reading the article, you will learn what the interior looks like from the inside and how to choose the best seats when buying a ticket.
The 777 200 airliner is part of the fleet of the Northern Wind company, founded in 2008. Nordwind organizes charter flights, licensed for private and cargo flights.
The company's fleet consists of 21 aircraft, of which 3 are Boeing 777-200ER (ER - literally Extended Range, which means increased flight range). The model entered active service in 1995, and the first flight was made in 1994.
In the park Nordwind Boeings have tail numbers: VP-BJF, VP-BJB, VQ-BUD.
- VP-BJF. The youngest of the partners. Until he was 13, he flew for a Chinese airline, after which he took over NordWind;
- VP-BJB. He began his flight experience in '98 also in the Chinese airlines fleet, where he remained until 2013, then he was acquired by the current company;
- VQ-BUD. Created in 1998, it was owned by several air carriers, including Aeroflot. North Wind bought Boeing in 2014.
Advantages of the 777-200 aircraft
North Wind strives to optimize the composition of the park, making it possible to improve quality and create comfortable conditions.
The Boeing 777 200 is a wide-body passenger aircraft. The aircraft layout includes 393 passenger seats, which are divided into 2 classes: economy and business. It is capable of serving flights up to 18 hours non-stop.
Interesting fact: in 2003, Boeing set an emergency record for flying on one engine for almost 3 hours with passengers on board.
Features and capabilities of the court:
The fly-by-wire control system allows you to automatically avoid potentially dangerous maneuvers during flight and ensures that the pilots’ actions do not exceed acceptable limits. If necessary, the pilot can disable the system.
The Boeing 777 200er has the largest tires and landing gear of any commercial jet.
The interior is made in curved lines. There are shelves for oversized luggage. Before the creation of the 787 airliner, Boeing was considered the aircraft with the largest window sizes. There are designated crew rest areas located in the forward compartment of the aircraft. They include:
- 2-3 sleeping places;
- Two armchairs;
- Washbasin;
- TV.
Passenger cabin configuration of 777-200 Nordwind
There are 3 kitchen spaces and utility rooms, which are located at the beginning, middle and end. Restrooms are also allocated at the beginning and end of the plane. The seats in the stalls are made with a hydraulic hinge, which allows you to gently lower the toilet lid. There are two bathrooms, which are often located in front and behind next to the toilet rooms.
The layout allows employees to change the configuration of galleys, lavatories and seating depending on the needs of a particular flight.
Salons are distinguished by type of layout:
- Economy class for 440 seats;
- Economy and business class 396 seats;
- Economy, first, business 306 seats.
Let's consider a basic modification of the board with two classes.
Business class
Occupies the front part of the aircraft. No more than 10 places are allocated for this category. Offers passengers a configuration of 4 seats in a row. They are arranged according to the number of seats 2-2-2, sometimes 2-3-2. For business class, Nord Wind claims a distance of 127 cm from the seat to the partition.
Peculiarities:
- the seats are one and a half times wider than the economy category and can be transformed into a sleeping place;
- reclining backrests extend more than in economy;
- comfortable armrests;
- restaurant menu;
- there are retractable footrests.
Economy class
Starts from the 5th row. The distance between the seat backs is 74 cm. There are no footrests, but the chairs are quite comfortable, with armrests. They are made of ergonomic materials. The backrests recline slightly due to lack of space. There is a folding table, seat belts, earplugs and a storage pocket.
Economy class occupies 90% of the passenger compartment. The breakdown of seats is as follows: 3 on the left, 4 in the center, 3 on the right. Most clients find this arrangement uncomfortable due to the narrow passages, constantly cruising passengers to the toilet.
During the flight you can watch movies and drink cocktails. The electronic panel allows you to track the location of the aircraft en route.
Choosing the best place
The first rows of economy class (5-6) have the undeniable advantage that there are no passengers who could recline the seat back on you. These seats in Boeing are considered good for flights and the most comfortable.
Information for mothers: in these places you can place a cradle with your baby in front of you.
The disadvantages of the row are the wall in front of the face, behind which the business class is located.
This is a quiet space, as toilets, bathrooms and kitchens are located further down the cabin. Another disadvantage is that you cannot fully extend your legs in front of you due to the partition.
Row 20 is similar to rows 5 and 6, but instead of business class there is a toilet partition in front, which means regular disturbance for passengers. This also includes seats from row 21 and seats G, F, D, E.
The advantage of row 45 is the ability to stretch your legs and straighten your knees due to the location of the emergency hatches.
For traveling couples there may be comfortable places in the last row of the plane due to the narrowing of the fuselage. Instead of 3 seats, there are 2. The disadvantage is the likelihood of hitting a passenger with a trolley carried by a flight attendant, as well as a line of people standing in the restroom.
Bad places: how not to make a mistake
Rows 38 and 39 are among the most uncomfortable. The chairs do not recline; in some cases there are restrictions on the level of inclination. Another minus is the proximity of the restroom.
53C and 54H are considered uncomfortable places due to the fact that passing passengers can easily hit you with their elbows. In addition, flight attendants with trolleys cause inconvenience during the flight.
Row 57,58: located at the rear of the cabin. The proximity of onboard kitchens, utility rooms and other technical spaces is inconvenient. They have restrictions in reclining the backrests or are completely blocked.
Experienced travelers do not recommend choosing rows 13,14,12. Due to restrictions on backrest deflection and the presence of a kitchen in the immediate vicinity.
From approximately rows 20 to 39, portholes may be missing in some places. This is a big minus for some travelers. For accurate information about the availability of a window, it is better to consult a company representative before purchasing a ticket.
Before making a purchase, pay attention to the following nuances:
- Study the interior layout and then make a purchasing decision;
- Do not take seats in the back of the plane, except for rows 40-41, which are suitable for those traveling in pairs;
- Avoid places near toilets due to unnecessary noise and queues;
- Buy tickets in advance to be able to choose the best seat. An additional bonus will be a lower price.
2 aircraft have a two-class configuration, and 8 have a three-class configuration.
These aircraft often fly on the following routes: Hanoi-Moscow, Ho Chi Minh City-Moscow, Nha Trang-Moscow.
Consider the salon large aircraft. Their layout includes 54 comfort class seats, 25 business class seats, and 228 economy class seats.
Ask an airline employee for advice
If possible, carefully study the diagram of the airliner you will fly on.
Do not take seats where the seats do not recline or are limited in their ability to do so.
Do not take places near toilets, kitchens and other technical rooms at the very end.
1-4 r. business class. There is a small clarification for this class - the last row is located close to the galley, and the first row to the toilets. The proximity to any technical room is always caused by unnecessary fuss. They will often walk by, and the sounds and lights from the kitchen will not allow you to have a good rest if you are on an overnight flight.
10 rub. This is the first row of comfort class. let's designate it yellow for exactly the same reasons - the proximity of the galley and toilets.
20 rub. - first row economy. The distance to the wall that separates the service classes is quite large. Therefore, there will be enough space for knees and legs. Another significant advantage of this row: no one will recline the back of the chair. This is important when there is a small step between rows in economy class. Let's note one of the disadvantages is that you will have to watch the entire flight at the wall. Folding tables are also located in the armrests, so they are fixed.
24, 25 rub. there is no porthole. For some passengers, this circumstance is very important, especially during a long day flight. If you fly at night, this is not significant at all.
31 and 32 rubles, marked in yellow on the plan. Proximity to toilets is always fuss, inconvenience, walking around at night and during the day. Also, you will be accompanied by the sounds of the door and tank. Also, the backs of the chairs, which are located directly against the wall of the toilet, do not recline. It is very inconvenient to be in a vertical state for the entire flight (especially if it is long).
45 rub. There are emergency hatches in front of it. Safety approaches to them should be quite broad. Therefore, from the point of view of leg comfort, these are the best economy seats. But proximity to toilets reduces their overall level of convenience.
57 and 58 rub. similar to the previous ones.
A couple of general points about the arrangement of seats in the Boeing 777-200ER - their disadvantages and advantages.
1. The seats that are located next to the window have the advantage that you can look out of it during the flight (this, of course, depends on the flight time and weather). If you fly at night, this advantage does not count. Also, your neighbor will not bother you if he wants to get up. These places have one drawback - it is not very convenient to leave it yourself. Therefore, if you don’t need to go to the toilet often or you intend to sleep through the entire flight, choose seats by the window.
2. The seats that are located near the aisle have their own advantage - it is very easy to get up from it if you need to go to the toilet. The disadvantages are that a neighbor may be disturbed if he needs to get up. Flight attendants with trolleys and passengers who walk through the cabin to the galley and toilets can also interfere. Therefore, if you are flying with a child and, most likely, you will have to go to the toilet often. Or you yourself need to go to the restroom more often, then choose from the edge of the seat.
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The Boeing 777 is the world's largest twin-engine turbofan aircraft and can accommodate between 301 and 407 people. Designed for ultra-long distance routes.
Air carrier Nordwind Airlines has in its fleet 3 Boeing 777-200ER aircraft. The company purchased these spacious cars specifically for charter flights.
Nordwind was founded in 2008 and is based at Sheremetyevo Airport. North Wind is one of the most prominent Russian air carriers, carrying out the following activities:
- Regular flights from Moscow to Russia and CIS countries
- Passenger charter services on most popular resorts many countries of the world
- Provides its aircraft to the UN humanitarian mission
- Transfer of your aircraft to third-party airlines to maintain their capacity (subleasing)
All Boeing 777-200 Nordwind aircraft have a two-class layout, two of them can accommodate 393 passengers, the third board – 285 (there are 30 business cabin seats).
Nordwind's B-777-200 business class aircraft seats only six people or one row. The seats are arranged 2/2/2 with two aisles. The width of the seats is an order of magnitude wider than in the economy salon. There are stands where you can put your feet, they extend. Almost 130 cm distance from the partition to the chair. It's quite comfortable.
Seats start from the fifth row economic salon. The seating arrangement is 3/4/3. Seat pitch 74 cm.
5th and 6th row. The positive aspects here are the lack of seats in front and the distance from the bathrooms and kitchen. The downside is that the view rests on the partition and there is little legroom.
Rows 12-14. There is proximity to kitchen facilities, and there is movement of staff and passengers. There is a partition behind the seats, so that the backrests can be limited in tilt.
20 row. Same advantages and disadvantages as in row 5. The toilet is right in front of you, the kitchen is nearby, which means you won’t have a quiet trip.
21 row. Nice places C and H, they do not have seats in front of them. Lots of legroom and tall people. However, the toilets are still nearby and people are constantly walking.
30-39 row. The air conditioning system is designed in such a way that fresh air comes from row 20, so its influx is not too noticeable in these rows. Seats are only for passengers with a healthy respiratory system and those who do not suffer from aerophobia. In addition, in row 39 the seat backs are blocked or limited in reclining, because behind them there are emergency exits.
45 row. Favorable row. There are no opposite seats reclining towards you in front, and there is legroom. The bathrooms are quite close.
Row 46. The gaze rests on the wall of the partition, but this is better than the chair in front with a reclining back. Also the proximity of utility rooms.
From the 53rd row, the fuselage of the airliner begins to narrow and the aisle seats are a little narrower; you may be hit by flight attendants with trolleys and passengers passing by.
Rows 54-56. If you're traveling as a couple, the seats in this row are great. Here there are only two chairs at the edges.
Rows 57-58. They have negative characteristics due to their location in the rear section and proximity to utility rooms. You will have to see and hear a lot of people. There is also a limitation in reclining the seat backs. They may be completely blocked.
Flight parameters of Boeing 777-200ER
- Aircraft length – 63.7 meters
- Vehicle height (with tail) – 18.5 meters
- Wingspan - 60.9 meters
- Fuselage diameter/cabin width – 6.2 meters/5.9 meters
- Crew – 2 pilots
- Passenger capacity – 400
- Take-off weight – 297560 kilograms
- Empty vehicle weight – 142900 kilograms
- Speed at altitude – 905 km/h
- Range, distance – 10740 kilometers
- Acceleration runway length – 3536 meters
- Maximum flight altitude – 13140 meters
- Powerplant – PW 4090 or GE 90-94B
How it was created
Boeing needed a wide-body long-range aircraft to replace aging models, and also as a competitor to the just released Airbus 330.
Since the early nineties, a new project called the Boeing 777 was launched. During its development, the wishes of the passenger community were taken into account, and the modeling was based on computers.
Finally, the airliner was created and, after certification in 1995, went into serial production.
To date, 1,537 copies of various modifications have been produced.
What modifications exist
- The base aircraft is considered to be the Boeing 777-200. Its flight range reaches 6,000 kilometers and can accommodate up to 400 people. More used for domestic American lines. A total of 88 units were produced. In use since the mid-nineties.
- The Boeing 777-200ER airliner has an increased range reserve and a larger take-off weight. This is an intercontinental aircraft, in the skies since 1997. More than 400 copies were produced.
- The Boeing 777-200LR is an even more powerful machine. In operation since 2006, it will cover a distance of 14,000 kilometers.
- The Boeing 777-300 can seat up to 451 passengers, is fuel efficient, and 60 aircraft of this model have been produced.
- The Boeing 777-300ER is the most popular airliner in the 777 line. It has a larger wingspan and a range of 14,685 kilometers. It has been transporting passengers since 2004.
- The cargo modification of the Boeing 777 Freighter has been in operation since 2009. The freight compartment has a volume of 636 cubic meters.
The aircraft manufacturing concern plans to begin production of new modifications of the Boeing 777 by 2020. These will be improved machines, with better flight and technical characteristics.
Aircraft characteristics
A normal aerodynamic design, a single-fin tail, a swept wing with a supercritical profile - this is the technical component of the airframe.
The strength of the structure is seriously increased by the addition of composite alloys in some parts (cabin floor, rudders, ailerons). The fuselage has a circular cross-section.
The B-777-200 aircraft has the largest landing gear among jet airliners in the passenger segment.
The fly-by-wire control system has been fully digitized, and electronic bot logs have been offered since 2003, replacing paper versions. The aircraft of the family retain the usual steering wheels, along with the electric thrust control system.
The engines on airplanes of the family are turbojet, there are two of them, located under the wing, on both sides. Typically this is PW4073A (Pratt Whitney).
Interior and amenities
Boeing Signature Interior design used.
- Luggage shelves have been increased
- The lighting is indirect, the light sources are hidden, which is comfortable for the eyes
- Large portholes
- Airlines themselves can easily move seats and utility rooms at their discretion
- Hydraulic hinge of the toilet lid prevents slamming.
- Above the cabin there is a place for the crew to rest on long-distance routes (two chairs and a pair of beds, TV, shower, wardrobe).
Made its first flight in 1994 new model Boeing company, developed only with the help of computer graphics. This is a Boeing 777 200 aircraft. The airliner is still operated by several large Russian air carriers. Let's consider the characteristics of this board and determine the optimal passenger seats for a comfortable flight.
Based on the 200, the developers supplemented the design with two more series: ER - an aircraft with an increased flight distance - and LR, which flies over extremely long distances. Since domestic companies use the basic series and ER models, let’s talk about the characteristics of these particular boards. In addition, we will discuss what the Boeing 777 200 is, the cabin layout, the best seats - we will highlight all these points in our article.
Boeing 777 200 made its first flight back in the mid-nineties
With an aircraft length of 63.7 meters and a wingspan of 60.9 m, the airliner is capable of covering up to 14,300 kilometers, while developing a cruising speed of 905 km/h.
The interior of these models comes in several types of layout. We list the following typical class options:
- one-class economy – 440 seats;
- two-class economy + business – 400 seats;
- three-class economy + first + business - 306 seats.
At the same time The overall cabin width of the ER series aircraft is 5.87 meters, and economy class seats are arranged in a 3:4:3 format. In the first class cabin, the seats are arranged in a 3:3:3 configuration, while the business class offers passengers seats in a 2:3:2 configuration. In addition, in the standard cabin of the airliner on blocks 39–42, the seats are arranged in a 2:4:2 format. There are only four seats on the last, forty-third line of seats (Russia Airlines).
The above diagram will help you more accurately understand what the interior layout of such an aircraft is. Accordingly, people who prefer to watch the flight from the porthole window choose seats marked A or L in any row. Let’s discuss some nuances regarding the flight and passenger convenience in more detail.
Layout of the basic modification of the side
Today such aircraft are offered by one of the major aviation companies - Nord Wind. The Boeing 777 200, the interior diagram of which is shown in the photo below, is represented here by two airliners. Consider the plan of the airplane.
These are two-class models, where the business class cabin has only 6 seats with a 2:2:2 layout. Thus, out of 58 rows, a single block is allocated for a line of seats with special comfort. The seats here are located at a sufficient distance from the partitions. Therefore, passengers occupying these seats are unlikely to experience any inconvenience during the flight.
The common salon begins from the fifth row. Moreover, there is no strict numbering here - there is no line of seats numbered 13 here for superstitious reasons. In addition, rows 15–19 and 40–44 occupy utility rooms. The interval between the seats of the line is about 74 centimeters, so such planes are considered not very comfortable for flying.
There are only 4 seats in block 5. The main disadvantage here is their placement along the central axis of the board. That is, while sitting on this line, passengers will not be able to watch the flight through the window. Passengers occupying seats 6 A and 6K are luckier in this regard. People occupying the remaining seats in this line will have to look at the wall that separates the business class cabin.
Behind rows 14, 39 and 58 there are emergency exit doors and technical units. Accordingly, the seats on lines 12, 14, 37, the middle section of lines 38, 57 and the entire 58 line are unlikely to be reclinable. And the proximity of kitchens and toilets will not be an optimal neighborhood.
20 seat line The layout is similar to row 6. Here, passengers also look into the partition of the on-board bathrooms throughout the flight. However, experts are not inclined to compare these two options.
Row 20 is very noisy due to constant queues for the restrooms. In addition, there is much less space between the seat and the wall. The only advantage here will be the double seats. The seats C and H of the 21st row have similar characteristics, with the difference that passengers on these seats will be able to comfortably place their legs - the distance to the wall allows this.
Passengers planning to fly in the middle part of the board should remember that there are no windows on certain rows from 20 to 39. Therefore, if you want to take a seat by the window, check this point in advance with an airport employee or airline representative.
Overall more comfortable for the flight. On line 45, the seats are located only on the sides, and in front of them there is a passage through the emergency exit doors. The inconvenience here is the proximity to restrooms and, as a result, increased noise.
The seats in the central part of the 46th row are completely identical to the similar arrangement of seats in the 21st row. The seats from rows 54 to 56 are also relatively comfortable. After all, in this part of the aircraft the seat layout is arranged in a 2:4:2 format. The last rows are traditionally considered the worst seats on board.
777 200 ER series overview
Now let's look at the airliners that it offers to fly. The Boeing 777 200 ER, the best seats in which we will now look at, assumes a slightly different interior layout. There are three comfort classes: business, superior and economy. The business class cabin has two rows of seats in a 2:3:2 layout. Here the flight will be quite comfortable and is unlikely to cause inconvenience.
The improved seat layout starts in the third row and ends in the sixth line of seats. Moreover, the last block is arranged according to the 2:3:2 scheme. Therefore, in this part of the airliner it is optimal to choose seats 6A, 6C or 6J and 6L - they are located along the sides of the aircraft. But in general, the advantages and disadvantages of the first rows after the partition are similar to the previously discussed example.
The central block of the salon starts from line 10. The seats on the sides border on the partitions of the bathroom, and the axial section borders on the kitchen. However, the distance between the chair and the wall is quite sufficient for a comfortable position of the body. Therefore, the main disadvantage here is considered to be the increased noise level. When deciding to take seats from rows 12 to 27, keep in mind that on some lines there are no portholes. It is advisable to clarify the specific location of such “unfortunate” places with the company’s employees for a specific board.
Seat backs 29 and 43 lines On this plane, the seats are limited in reclining or do not recline at all. The reason for such inconveniences is not the most successful solution of the designers - the close location of the partitions of the technical blocks.
Seats in the first class compartment of the airliner
30 line located immediately behind the emergency doors next to the toilets. Accordingly, there is enough space in front of the seats to stretch out the legs, but, again, it is noisy. In addition, experts note the fact that the turbulence of the aircraft is noticeable in the rear part of the board more than in the nose block.
Seating rows 40–41 marked A, C, J and L - paired, not triple. For this reason, they can be called a good option for young couples. As for the similar chairs in the last two sections, a drawback can be noted here - its close location to the bathroom. In addition, it is impossible to recline the seats in the last row - they are located almost close to the wall.
Features of seat selection
When you are there, you should pay attention to a few details:
- Do not choose places that are close to business premises. Passengers will be going there all the time, and you will not have the opportunity to rest.
- It’s also not worth purchasing tickets for seats in the back of the plane - here the problems already noted are complemented by the inability to recline the seat. Agree, it is inappropriate to choose a seat where the backrest cannot be reclined. After all, being in one position for a long time is very uncomfortable.
When choosing a seat on this aircraft, you should avoid proximity to technical blocks and the last row of seats
The fact that some airliners do not have blocks 13 and 17 is associated only with the personal motives of the manufacturers; this has nothing to do with safety precautions. In addition, the design features of the airliner suggest such changes.
Finally, we note important nuance for beginners. Try to purchase tickets in advance and be sure to consult with an airport employee about the specific characteristics of the chosen seat. A printout of the board diagram, which the tourist keeps with him, can also significantly facilitate the choice of seat and protect him from a ruined trip.
The video below shows the standard interior of the new modification of the described model, Boeing 700 300.
The Boeing 777 200 made its first flight in the mid-nineties, but many airlines still use this aircraft today 
Diagram of the cabin of one of the airliners of Rossiya Airlines 
Symbol best places in the cabin of the Boeing 777 200 of the Nord Wind company 
The interior of this airliner can hardly be called comfortable due to three blocks of seats in each row 
Diagram of the aircraft cabin used by Aeroflot
The Boeing 777-200 is a wide-body, long-range twin-engine aircraft developed by a large American concern using 3D computer graphics in 1990. Four years later, the first test flight took place, and already in 1995 its official commercial operation began.
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Airlines operating the Boeing 777-200
The wide-body long-haul passenger aircraft is operated by many global air carriers.
The most famous operating companies:
- Russian Nordwind airline Airlines (“North Wind”) – has 6 Boeing 777-200ER modifications in its aviation fleet.
- IrAero, a Russian carrier based in Irkutsk, operates 3 basic version aircraft on its routes.
- In the fleet of the flag carrier of Turkmenistan Turkmenistan Airlines 2 Boeing passenger 777-200LR.
- National airline of Singapore Singapore Airlines operates 8 aircraft of this model.
- The flagship carrier Ukraine International Airlines has 3 modern airliners in its fleet - Boeing 777-200ER.
The aircraft of this model is also in service with Air Canada, Air China, Air France, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Korean Air, British Airways etc.
Despite the release of new modernized Boeing 777 models, the 777-200 version of various modifications remains in demand among many air carriers around the world. Serial production of the passenger model continues.
