Still Going: 40 Years Of Boeing 757 Flights
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- Опубліковано 22 тра 2022
- February 2022 marked 40 years since the Boeing 757 first took flight. The twinjet would go on to become a mainstay in narrowbody operations across the globe, with around half of all productions still active today.
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This is simply one of the most iconic aircraft you will ever see in the skies. It's a beautiful elegant long narrow bird, still has the highest thrust to weight ratio of any modern airliner. Also played a pivotal role in pioneering the point to point travel model across the Atlantic, It'll be sad to see this one go, it's truly the last of the classics..
It's such a blast to fly. What a hot rod. Throws you back in your seat on the takeoff roll like nothing else can.
Boeing should have never ceased production on this jet. It would have been a worthy competitor of the A321XLR. I think it was the best narrowbody Boeing ever conceived.
Problem is it needed upgraded engines 10-20 years ago; necessitating a redesign of the whole aircraft.
@@rontiemens2553 Serious question, Why would the “whole aircraft” need redesigning to cope with new engines?
@@rontiemens2553 Airbus re engined the A320 & A330 without redesigning the whole aircraft.
Incorrect. They tried heavily to sell it and it just didn't sell after the 90s. The XLR is much lighter and much more efficient. It was also expensive to manufacture.
Boeing 757 max 🤔
I think the Boeing 757 is one of the most reliable airliner in service to this day and a very excellent aircraft by Boeing👍
yes, 40 years of service with only 8 accidents
@@hege319 most were human error aswell
Yep. 757 and 767 are probably the safest airliners
Long live the 757s!! ❤️
I flew in a United B757 a few years back. It was a unique plane in itself. Flying into LGA was a smooth ride. Anyone else calls it the “Flying Pencil”?
Because the -300 looks like a pencil
It's totally the flying pencil. And what sharp pencil indeed
a340 too
I flew on United's 757s many times in my youth. My parents would regularly send me to stay with my grandparents in Denver, so I ended up on the Seattle to Denver flight a lot. I remember that I also flew on the DC-10 at that time as well, although the 757 with its "rocket" takeoff was always my favorite. Back then the fleet consisted of the "Rainbow" theme and with the "Tulip" logo, as this was before the merger with Continental. Good times, good memories, a good airline back then.
Nothing takes off like a 757
One of my favs…gives the feeling of a wide body even though it’s a narrow body.
Still a totally awesome bird after 40 years. And, with all due respect to the Queen of the Skies, the 757 is still my personal fav passenger aircraft of all time. I'm really going to miss her.
75s are probably the most fun to fly on as a passenger, love the crazy takeoff power.
Yes, the best was from the short runway on Skiathos, Greece. Never felt so much G force in an aircraft.
@@markar6395 I’ve had similar experiences at Corfu, although the runway there is a couple thousand feet longer. It’s a magnificent airliner.
The flying pencil! A classic!
I enjoy flying on Delta's version of the 757 with the sleeper seats in Business class. A very comfortable version with enough space for the coast to coast flight to not feel cramped.
Instead of making another 737 variant they should of made a more fuel efficient 757
I only flew the flying pencil once....HNL to SEA. Comfortable flight, great performance. I liken it to a stretched 737 with more powerful engines and fuel capacity. If Boeing was smart, they would bring a similar aircraft to the market, as without the 757 many customers are going to the A321 NEO
Yeah that's what I thought about, it'd be a wise step for Boeing if they re-engined 757 (757X).
And also the 767x to compete with the a330-800
I think Boeing is now too late to bring a similar aircraft to the market. The A-321 already ate Boeing's lunch.
@@fjp3305 agreed....add in Boeing's problems with the 737Max and now the 787, and there's no way they will ever recover their once good reputation for new designs.
Modernize the engine and wing and this bird can fly for 40 more years. Sadly Boeing doesn’t care about innovation anymore, they care about government contracts and guaranteed money.
757 development was about a year behind the 767. "A list" prima donna engineers were assigned the 767 design; we younger "B list" engineers worked the 757, learning from the 767 mistakes, resulting in a superior airplane.
And thanks for the compliments :-)
I like the fact that pilots love this plane and have called it the “hot rod” of the skies. Back when Boeing was Boeing run by engineers. Is it no wonder these designs from the 60,70’s,80’s are still flying. The 757 looked ahead of his time in the 80’s a marvel of a plane
Being "hot rod" of the skys is one of the reasons it ceased production. Too heavy and inefficient for most missions compared to the 737 or 320 series.
@@johniii8147 yet the a321neos lrs and Xlrs are basically doing the same thing
Airlines didn't understand at the time what an important asset the 757 would become. Can see the regret there with the efforts to keep the old ones flying as long as possible
@@andrewdrone Oh they knew exactly what they were dealing with. There really aren't any regrets. The one's still flying are to save on capital costs and they have to wait for the 321NEOs and MAXes to arrive. Really only DL and UA have significant passenger fleets of them anymore and they have plans in place to phase them out with new deliveries coming.
@@p_d_a_trfs6585 The Neo doesn't have anywhere near a thrust to weight ratio, they doesn't handle like a hot rod..
The 757 (along with the 767) is probably one of the most versatile aircraft ever designed and produced. Too bad Boeing decided to go all in on the 737 MAX instead.
They discontinued the 757 long before the MAX was even thought of. The plane just wasn't selling anymore.
My grandpa use to fly this beauty back in the 80s. Aeroperu 757-200
Have had the good fortune to fly the 757 a few times. I was always impressed with the steep takeoff angle. Love this bird, and glad she's still gracing our skies.
Absolutely my favorite airplane! While a big 747 would be nice...a 757 could get into more airports than a jumbo. Gotta love a great thrust to weight ratio :D
This is the DC-8 with two engines - the modern Queen of the Skies. A superb aircraft I have flown on many, many times. Yes, it is a classic - beautiful lines, fast, excellent flying characteristics, very comfortable.
Still a beauty.
A couple of years ago Delta flew the 757s pretty much all the time from ATL to most of their Florida destinations. Even now they have 5 different configurations for the 757-200 and one for the 757-300. The 757, 75D, 75G, 75P, 75S, and 75Y(757-300).
Still flying transatlantic New York -Edinburgh. Testament to their build quality.
I remember landing in a Spanish island 30 years ago and Captain Sanchez hard landed it. Walking to the buses the flight crew were underneath with torches. Tough old birds.
I've flown on the 757 100s of times, while working for a subsidiary of Delta, NW, TWA, and AA. My job required 80% travel, and that I did. I even had the reservation system, where I could log in with a FA (Full Authority) log in. I could see all the flight details, flight loads, aircraft info, etc. When possible, I chose legs that had the 757. I loved sitting up front, BC, feeling the G Force during take off, and in the air. I asked a pilots, on occasion, what their favorite aircraft was to fly, and all said, the 757. I also asked why, and hey all said, because it handles, fly's like a race car. It's the only over powered commercial plane. I love the look of the plane too, especially when I'd see it turning into the gate. Always reminds me of a beautiful Hawk. The plane was also the right size. Not too big or too small. I have many wonderful memories of flying the 757-200 and 300
The 757 has to be one of the legendary aircrafts that Boeing has ever made in terms of it's performance, engineering and the routes airlines have launched with that aircraft. And the fact that it's still flying to this day is a blessing. Even at my home airport Dublin, United Airlines are currently operating flights to IAD, EWR and ORD all with the -200 variant and same as Icelandair to KEF. Hopefully, by Gods grace, I get a chance to fly on this aircraft for the first time before the remaining airlines like, Delta or United, start retiring them for the A321neos.
Best Boeing by miles...
This well deserved a proper MaX version and not 737 junk of the 60"s...
Let me run that company and watch them get over their endless negative spirale.
First measure, get all production into Everett and oversee quality in site...
0:36 - The Eastern Boeing 757 looks so elegant.
My two most memorable experiences on a 757 was on Delta from Atlanta to New York where the plane were packed to the walls. There was no legroom between seats, and I’m average height.
My other experience was on a United 757 from New York to SFO. United served no food for the duration of the flight. That experience taught me to always bring a snack with me no matter who I fly with.
Still, I’d like to see a next generation 757.
My first airplane I flew on was a 757. I have always loved this plane. I wish that they can pull out those old dies and stamping machines and keep it going on a newer level
I love flying on the 757. When I book flights I always look at the types and what I want to fly on and go from there.
This plane is a beauty! I have had great flying experiences on the plane!
Flew on 757s between Hamburg and Newark many times, one of the longest 757 routes ever. Also twice between Atlanta and Vancouver. My favorite airplane!
The hot rod airliner. My absolute favorite airliner ever built. Flown on many and still not enough. I will fly on another one day I guarantee it! Long live the 75
A legend indeed. I've flown on numerous examples since 1987 from the Uk, both UK domestic, many times into Europe and transatlantic with Icelandair
My favorite plane. It is the first plane that I flew paid for with my own money. I have also flown the 757 more than any other plane.
I really wish that Boeing produced a gen 2.
Beautiful aircraft in my opinion. Great video : )
757 first tube i flew as a cabin crew in Scotland 😍😍😍
This my favourite narrow body Boeing. I’ve been on it a few times. They should start producing it again and bring it back. It’s a really awesome plane ✈️
I like the 757! I think the aircraft is perfect for the medium to long range market. I haven’t flown on a 757. Hopefully soon! 😁👍
A321 will replace it.
Eventually
First 757 flight was EWR-SAN in 1996 where I puked onboard. I do remember one of my favs. on this plane was SJU-EWR in 1997 on AA. It's my favorite plane of all-time. I always seek it out.
Most will be flying for a while as freighters. While they’ve been greatly reduced in passenger ops, young freighters today could keep flying for another 20 years. Maybe longer…
Fedex and UPS will prob buy a ton of used ones
Yep freighter conversions are it's future.
For those interested, there is a Boeing 757 first flight video on UA-cam. Definitely worth a watch!
Watching throwback videos of major airports such as JFK from twenty or even thirty years ago, virtually everything has changed, except for the familiar 757. It may look like a rather ordinary plane, but its versatility and reliability is remarkable and unmatched. Of all the planes that have been built since the start of the jet age, the 757 has proven to be the hardest one to replace. There's simply nothing else like it. The 757 is unique in all the right ways.
What a great plane been lucky to fly 1 in 2022
Boeing should have kept the production of the 757. Its a very amazing aircraft and very versatile in design. Boeing made an amazing aircraft - "The Flying Pencil"👍🏻👍🏻
I flew the B767/757 for 10 years as a Capt for TWA, they were both great airplanes but flying the 757 was more fun because of the tremendous power to weight ratio! That baby could really getup and go!
The 753 is the best long jet of its size ever and it deserved to be as popular as the 752
Yes, I flown on the 757-200 many times. It’s my favorite large aircraft and it was the first big aircraft I flew in when I was just 3 years old. Of American Airlines. Both it and Delta Airlines are responsible for me loving aviation and defining my personality.
It is the one and only aircraft in its group . No plane can we compare with its performance
TriStar, 747 & the flying pencil are my favorite planes that I’ve ever flown. And living in a Delta hub city means I’ve flown it a lot!!
boeing 757 is my favourite narrowbody airliner
Used to commute between SFO and CVG on Delta 757s. The CVG-SFO leg was a mostly empty Friday night redeye. By the time we reached SFO, it was pretty light. There were a couple times when landing on a cold night on 28L/R and a strong downslope wind coming down off the ridge, the pilot could not get the 757 to settle down on the runway and we had to go around. Gregg Allman was on another CVG-SFO flight. He collected his own bags at the carousel.
I’ve flown in this magnificent plane several times in the past, with United, American, Delta, Continental, Northwest. I will truly miss it when it’s finally gone! One of my favorites!
My favorite plane of all time. The best liveries currently flying are United's Her Art Here examples. Both the CA and NY/NJ versions are stunning and make my fav aircraft look even better!!! I've flown all 3 domestic carriers 757's...Delta, United and American and one Int'l which was very special...Nepal Airlines 757-200M combi.
Few 757 200 with air 2000 and the 757 300 jmc both off them was spot on
Yes I have flown on the 757 Baltimore to Dallas American Airlines in 1998 my favorite aircraft type
75......still my all time favorite plane to fly on. No plane could accelerate on climb like the 757 with the RB-211 engines.
Legendary.
Can you please do a Video of Alaska Airlines Fleet? That would be a great video! Keep up the great content! 😊
Long live the Hot rodded pencil 2.
Hip hip hurray.
VROOOOM
Skiathos was the place to be.
People got up behind when TUI was going to the UK
The flying pencil! ❤️✈️
Wonderful. A real pilot's airplane. Has outstanding takeoff and landing performance. A joy to fly. Passenger comfort in the long narrow body is not great, however. One of the BEST aircraft ever built.
The best boeing ever !
The plane was actually a decade or two ahead of its time. Instead of a 737 max 10, a better bet would've been a 757x with all of the tech of a 787.
The B757 is truly the Ferrari of the skies, an absolute classic. I'll keep flying the B757 whenever I can but, eventually I'll miss those iconic engine roars at 🛫. = (
Anyone else willing to bet that the RR powered 757s will outlast the PW powered ones?
I once had a scary experience on a CAAC 757 in China. Coming in to Guangzhou in bad weather, they aborted the landing twice. Climbing steeply, the pilots flew it like a MiG fighter or a Space Shuttle launch. We landed safely the third time. It didn’t dampen my enthusiasm for this fantastic and handsome aircraft.
Best take off of any narrow liner jet! All that thrust!
I love the 757 especially the 757-300 flying pencil!!! ✏️ I have flown the 757-200 and -300 with Delta Airlines the -200 to ATL from DTW and the -300 to MCO from DTW and to JFK from ATL
The 757 is my favorite narrow body plane. If I am flying domestically and it is on that route I would always choose that flight. Hopefully they will make something similar to replace it.
Always thought it looked strange, but respect its performance.
Beautiful aircraft, unforgettable. It’s main negative aspect is the short range it has...
The 757 was the workhorse for American Airlines. Flew numerous times between BGI and MIA.
i have not flown on a 757 yet but i am planning on going to iceland this summer and in at least 1 direction on a 757
Certainly the best transport category jet I've flown! I wish Boeing kept the line open. I know orders were slowing but they didn't have an eye on the future. What do I know, I've was retired too (2 weeks ago). Cheers
My favourite airliner. One of the most beautiful looking planes flying?
Long Live The Boeing 757 :)
I think Aer Lingus used it on some of their transatlantic routes from Shannon until fairly recently if I'm not mistaken.
Yes they did, have flown on two flights..
I love the 757
My all time favorite airplane , many flights dtw to lax
We all love the Flying Pencil
My favorite...with the L1011
The L-1011 TriStar is #1 on my list, then i like the 757 and the 727.
I wish they would bring it back as a 757x it will be an ez fix against the 321lr
I'll be flying with Delta on a 757 in a couple months SEA-HNL. This will be the first and likely only time I will have the opportunity to fly the type as their are not any operators in my local area
You can watch and feel the Aircraft just lift off naturally whereas others look and feel like an effort.
I remember years ago when Pittsburgh was a USAir hub watching the planes land and take off in between each other. And to slow their speed but keep their spacing the 757 pilots would surf back and forth with ease 〰️.
😅Such a beautiful aircraft!
I like this plane
considering this plane shares a birthday with me I LOVE IT ALOT . (THE JAN 1st part not the 1985 part )
Boeing should have used this platform to build the Max series of planes. None of that stability compensation software would have been needed.
The only 757 I have flown on in resent years, would be Jet2's fleet and they are noisy and uncomfortable to fly in I will be glad to see the back of them.
I heard the 757 was the replacement for the 727. It has truly been a workhorse for passenger and cargo service. I'm sure cargo companies will be looking into some of those retired 757s. I also heard they are very fuel efficient....
Actually not that fuel efficient in comparison to other options now, but it has traction in the cargo market since fuel efficiency isn't as keep given the relatively low utilization and cheap purchase price of used retiring passenger aircraft. Many have already been converted with many more to come.
The 757 should be using as a base for the 797
757👍
I just LOVE the 757! It's quite hard to understand how they can not re make it. Seriously. Why can't you re-create it with today's technology?
As brilliant as it was in its day (still good), the 757 suffered one major flaw, its size, or more accurately the range of sizes.
There were two variants, both of which were able to satisfy the market demand well before any needed replacing. This eventually resulted in an empty order book, not because the aircraft was sub-standard, there were better or cheaper alternatives, or even because the sales team sucked, but simply because everyone who needed one already had one!
This is not the same for the 737/A320 where there is a significant replacement market, more than enough to see production continue from just those alone.
Take the A321, while originally just a longer variant in the A320 range, which had a steady demand, it is now the 'hot' size within the range - thanks in part to picking up sales from the 757 replacement market. No doubt, once those 757s have been replaced, the demand for A321s will shrink significantly until they in turn require replacing, however, unlike for the 757, there can be enough demand for different sized variants within the series to justify continuing production until the demand returns.
One of the last great aircraft produced by Boeing. It all went wrong after the 737NG. Everything beyond that point just didn’t do it for me. The 737 MAX? There’s a story there. The 777X? There’s a story there. The 757 truly was an iconic aircraft and very distinguishable from the rest. Always a pleasure to see and always a pleasure to maintain.
This is the only Boeing passenger plane I haven't flown on from 707 onwards. Just can't get a flight in Australia :(
Bring back the 757 :)
Best plane...
I'm fairly confident that we're soon going to see a modern version of this aircraft... perhaps a 757X or 757 Max. It's too good to be permanently put to pasture.
Boeing should redesigned the wing and reengined the 757 and clean-sheeted a replacement for the 737 instead of the MAX family. However, by the early 2000's management was committed to short term profits at all cost.