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Boeing 797
The Boeing 797 is Boeing’s direct entry into the mid-market airliner segment, aimed at replacing the outdated 757/767 models.
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It is designed to meet the needs of airlines looking to update their fleets and manage increased passenger traffic on medium-range routes.
The Boeing 797 is expected to directly challenge Airbus' bestselling A321neo family in the competitive mid-market airliner category.
Boeing plans to build the 797 in Washington State, supporting local economic development and its highly skilled aerospace workforce.
The 797 will feature two variants: the 797-6, seating around 225 passengers for up to 5,000 nautical miles, and the 797-7, accommodating approximately 275 passengers for up to 4,500 nautical miles.
Efficient high-bypass turbofan engines will significantly reduce fuel consumption, addressing the industry’s focus on sustainability and lower operational costs.
The 797 could transform Hawaii’s tourism market by making transpacific routes more profitable and accessible for airlines, increasing passenger traffic.
Production hurdles from Boeing's 737 MAX and 787 programs could delay the 797’s entry into service until the late 2020s.
Large Airbus A320 family orders from airlines like Air India and Indigo pose competitive pressure on Boeing to expedite the 797’s market entry.
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