Today, DHL Express has announced an order for 8 more Boeing 777 Freighters. First deliveries are scheduled for 2022. Preceding the new order announced today, DHL Express had already taken delivery of the first 10 new 777F aircraft as part of an original order of 14 aircraft made in 2018.

Just the world’s best airplane cockpit videos! Aviation through the eyes of female & male pilots! Rare plane views & airline films, cool aviators piloting bi. The Boeing 777F shares several features with the -200LR variant introduced in 2006, including its airframe, engines, and fuel capacity. This freighter offers a range of 4,970 nmi (9,200 km) while hauling a maximum payload of 224,900 lb (112 tons), similar to the capacity of the Boeing 747-200F. Boeing 777F is the sixth as well as most recent version of the household of Boeing 777 airplane and is based upon the 777-200LR Worldliner. The 777F is Boeing’s response to strong demand from cargo operators around the world for an efficient, long-range, and high-capacity freighter. By providing more capacity than any other twin-engine freighter, the 777F brings new levels of efficiency to long-haul markets. The Boeing 777F is the world’s largest twin-engine freighter. With its unique large cargo door at the rear of the main deck, it can take up to 80 percent of all 747 cargo loads. The loading ramp opens to a hold with space for up to 103 tons of freight. The main deck offers 27 positions for standard pallets. The lower deck has space for.

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“Although the current health crisis has pushed pause on several areas of life, global trade did not stand still,” says John Pearson, CEO at DHL Express. “Fueled by globalization, digitalization and the unprecedented demand of our customers during the recent peak season, our global e-commerce volume grew by more than 40 percent in Q4. With the order of eight new wide body freighter aircraft, we underline our conviction that e-commerce is an enduring megatrend. This is why we decided to act early and kick-off 2021 with this investment in our future.”

“DHL operates a powerful, international network that has taken great advantage of the 777 Freighter’s world-class range and efficiency for more than a decade. We are honored that DHL is placing another major order for the 777 Freighter to grow their business and feed their strong commitment to connecting people and improving lives through sustainable operations. This is especially true today given the critical role DHL plays in distributing Covid-19 vaccines and meeting the increased demand for express cargo,” said Ihssane Mounir, Commercial Sales & Marketing Senior Vice President of The Boeing Company.

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The 777 Freighter is the world’s largest, longest range and most capable twin-engine freighter with a range of 9,200 km (4,970 nautical miles) and can carry a maximum payload of 102,010 kg (224,900 lbs). The world’s largest and most capable twin-engine freighter, the B777 supports future growth while providing outstanding reliability. Furthermore, the aircraft contribute to the committed sustainability goals due to their fuel efficient technology reducing CO2 emissions by 18 percent compared to the legacy B747-400s. DHL Express operates over 260 dedicated aircraft with 17 partner airlines with over 600 daily flights across 220 countries and territories.