777LR In AKL Tomorrow (19th)

NZ1 · Mon Jul 18, 2005 6:32 pm

This extract is from the Airport company's website.

The Boeing 777-200LR Worldliner - the world's longest-range commercial aircraft will visit Auckland Airport this week as part of its "Going the Distance" tour. The 777-200LR will be the longest-range commercial aircraft when it enters service early next year, and will visit more than 20 cities around the world on the current tour.

The aircraft will arrive at Auckland Airport from Sydney at around 3pm Tuesday 19 July and will depart for a non-stop flight to Mexico City at around 2pm on Thursday 21 July.

At around 1.30pm on Wednesday, the aircraft is scheduled to perform a series of 'touch-and-go' maneuvers. Members of the public who are interested in seeing the aircraft take off and land will be able to do so from:

> the public observation deck in the main international terminal;

> the public observation deck at the Air New Zealand domestic terminal; or,

> the public viewing points on Puhinui Road.

Please note that all times are approximate, and may be subject to change due to operational requirements.

Boeing says that the aircraft has the range to fly Auckland - New York direct. It has an all-up range of 17,454km. Later this year, the Worldliner will attempt to set a new world record for distance traveled nonstop by a commercial aircraft. The current record -- 10,823 nautical miles (20,044 kilometers) -- was set in 1997 by the 777-200ER (Extended Range).

Get your camera's ready. Can't wait to look through it on Thursday morning.

NZ1

777ER · Mon Jul 18, 2005 6:34 pm

Get your camera ready NZ1. Hope you can post some pics soon

NZAA · Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:20 pm

Any a.netters going to be there tomorrow??

Travis

NZ1 · Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:34 pm

I'll be there, so will try and get some snaps.

NZ1

NZAA · Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:37 pm

Will you be working though?
Where do you find is the best public viewing?

Trav

darenw · Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:44 pm

I'll be there. Saw it at the Paris Airshow last month. Will be good to see the thing actually flying this time. Hope Air NZ will purchase a few.

NZ1 · Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:55 pm

Quoting NZAA (Reply 4):
Will you be working though?
Where do you find is the best public viewing?

Yes I am at work that day. Best public viewing would be from the lookouts on the eastern approach to the airport.

NZ1

ZKSUJ · Mon Jul 18, 2005 8:36 pm

Cool, flying back to AKL and will see it when I get on the ATR. Awsome.

aerorobnz · Mon Jul 18, 2005 8:51 pm

Will be trying my best for some ramp access from Av Sec...

NZ107 · Mon Jul 18, 2005 8:59 pm

Hopefully I'll be there on Wednesday to watch the touch and goes. Anyone have any idea on how long this will continue on for and if it will pass over the city at any time?

Thanks

NZ1 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 8:07 am

Quoting Aerorobnz (Reply 8):
Will be trying my best for some ramp access from Av Sec...

It is supposed to be parked outside hangar 2, so good luck. What area do you work in??

NZ1

ZK-NBT · Tue Jul 19, 2005 10:06 am

I hope to be out there this afternoon to see it!!

B744Heavy · Tue Jul 19, 2005 1:28 pm

I saw it arrive today from SYD, beautiful approach, just had a ray of sunlight on it as it crossed the fence.
I hope to have a look onboard also while it's here, I managed to get to see on the 773ER when it was here and I was impressed with the cabin space.
Would be great to see NZ order some !!.. heres hoping, but you never know.
I will be at work also and will try and get some touch and go shoots also.
Saw a guy also with a camera with a huge, huge zoom lens, taking photos of the arrival lets hope he was a a.net photographer and we see his shot posted.

B744Heavy

NZ107 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 1:37 pm

Well.. That approach was quieter than the 773ER. It shocked me that there was such a difference in noise between it and a 737. Well first thing is to sort out that flight attendant problem of theirs.. There were so many Air NZ aircraft just hanging around the tarmac.

RJ_Delta · Tue Jul 19, 2005 1:42 pm

After Auckland, which is the next destination of the 777-200LR. If possible a visit to LatinAmerica? Specially Santiago, any information?

Greetings.

777ER · Tue Jul 19, 2005 2:35 pm

Hope all the a.net gang got their shots and aerorobNZ you got permission from aviation security (Av Sec)

NZ767 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 4:05 pm

Apparently it departs Thursday direct to Mexico City.

B77Heavy said:
"Would be great to see NZ order some !!.. heres hoping, but you never know."

They may well do. Remember, a large part of NZ's order are still options so these can be converted to firm orders for what ever version suits their needs at the time. Smile

B744Heavy · Tue Jul 19, 2005 5:26 pm

My fingers are crossed for some possible orders of the 777LR by NZ.
I think the 777LR will be a real winner. Must admit I'm a Boeing Fan.

Quoting NZ767 (Reply 16):
a large part of NZ's order are still options so these can be converted to firm orders

B744Heavy

aerorobnz · Tue Jul 19, 2005 5:42 pm

Quoting NZ1 (Reply 10):
It is supposed to be parked outside hangar 2, so good luck. What area do you work in??

Intl Terminal. Saw it arrive from gate 4 today, but was immediately parked on the remote gate behind 7. I was aiming to be taken out on ramp by av sec today while it is still there cos that's gonna be the only chance, but I'm going out to work early tomorrow to see if I can manage something, although I have a remote gate departure tomorrow, so maybe a chance then.

NZ1 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 5:49 pm

Quoting Aerorobnz (Reply 18):
Intl Terminal. Saw it arrive from gate 4 today, but was immediately parked on the remote gate behind 7.

This is for the arrival yes, as there are people on board who need to clear customs. It was supposed to be towed to the hangar tonight, early tomorrow.

NZ1

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 5:54 pm

Who was there and what did you all look like?
I saw many people with cameras but didn't know who was from a.net

Trav

NZ1 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 5:56 pm

Quoting NZAA (Reply 20):
Who was there and what did you all look like?
I saw many people with cameras but didn't know who was from a.net

Sorry, but my identity is and has to remain a closely guarded secret. Smile

NZ1

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 5:57 pm

Pfffffff Fine then, but were you at the car park?
Trav

NZ107 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:03 pm

In that carpark, do you prefer the top or bottom of the road? I guess that the bottom is good as it doesn't have the lamp posts in the way.. but the platform thing on the middle one is a good place.

The angle of the photo is affected but is there more of an acceptance rate if it's taken from below the aircraft?

NZ1 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:07 pm

Quoting NZAA (Reply 22):
Pfffffff Fine then, but were you at the car park?
Trav

Don't get your knickers in a twist. I have good reason for staying anonymous. There are too many people who may not like the fact that I like to give information to my fellow a.netters. Even if you send me an email, you will only get a reply with 'NZ1' and not my real name. Nothing personal, just how I operate.

And no, I wasn't in the carpark. I was airside in the best spot on the airport for taking photo's. Don't ask where, because you wouldn't know it even if I told you.

Cheers
NZ1

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:10 pm

Quoting NZ1 (Reply 24):
Don't get your knickers in a twist

It is nothing personal. Fair enough.

Quoting NZ1 (Reply 24):
I like to give information to my fellow a.netters

Great info in that too!!!

Sorry

Trav

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:14 pm

So how did your bosses at Air New Zealand find out it was you that posted your photos on the net if you are annon??

isuA380B777 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:17 pm

Hei Guys... I missed it today. Is it flying again tomorrow?

Cheers
Isu

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:17 pm

Quoting NZ107 (Reply 23):
do you prefer the top or bottom of the road?

each have their own perks. I find it is easier to see what is coming at the top. But better for photos at the bottom.

For me, the bottom. I often park up top though.

Isu yes it is, details at the top of the page.

Trav

[Edited 2005-07-19 11:25:12]

B744Heavy · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:30 pm

Quoting NZ1 (Reply 21):
Sorry, but my identity is and has to remain a closely guarded secret.

NZ1, I dont think NZAA was asking what the a.netters looked like or were wearing, as to point out identities in the carpark today, just wondering who was where and if they saw it, from what I can see.
You have asked me before what department and where I work.
I hope no one has to hide behind the bushes
I regard all the information and opinions that you give in high regard, and can 100% total understand your position, keep up the good work.

Just a comment, nothing intended in the wrong way.

B744Heavy

rossbaku · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:34 pm

Lol it'd be nice to see some photos, so whoever is down there will do a good job I'm sure.

Just to point out, I'm the third nationality into this thread....EVERY post bar mine and another persons have been NZers! Big grin

NZ1 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:35 pm

B744Heavy,

Sorry, couldn't remember if I had asked you or not where you worked. What has hiding in bushes got to do with anything?? Thank you for you positive comments about me. I dont take much the wrong way, just seemed like NZAA was annoyed because of my post previous.

NZ1

Gasman · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:35 pm

Quoting B744Heavy (Reply 29):
I regard all the information and opinions that you give in high regard,

As we all do, for sure.

But I've done some thinking, and come to the conclusion that the real identity of NZ1 is one of the following:

Amelia Aerhart
Morrie Davis
Richard Pearse
Elvis.

Smile

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:37 pm

Quoting B744Heavy (Reply 29):
a.netters looked like or were wearing, as to point out identities

I was actually, but not to worry. I just like to put a faces to names. I am a teenager, I dont want to dive into personal lives or anything.

Trav

NZ1 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:38 pm

Quoting Gasman (Reply 32):
But I've done some thinking, and come to the conclusion that the real identity of NZ1 is one of the following:

Amelia Aerhart
Morrie Davis
Richard Pearse
Elvis.

Hahaha, You are on the right track. Depends on what Elvis's surname is.

NZ1

NZ1 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:40 pm

NZAA,

No problem. I think it is good that you have a keen interest in aviation and the people who follow it. I most certainly do not want to cause offence.

NZ1

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:41 pm

Quoting NZ1 (Reply 31):
just seemed like NZAA was annoyed because of my post previous.

Beleive me I wasn't, just had a slight laugh and came to my senses after what you said in the post afterward

Quoting NZ1 (Reply 24):

I hope there is no harm done

Trav

[Edited 2005-07-19 11:42:56]

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:44 pm

Quoting Gasman (Reply 32):
Amelia Aerhart
Morrie Davis
Richard Pearse
Elvis.

Pfff haha
well done!!

Trav

777ER · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:52 pm

So how did your bosses at Air New Zealand find out it was you that posted your photos on the net if you are annon??

NZAA

As far as I can remember from what NZ1 said when the pics were removed was that, his boss spoke about the photos on a.net, but he didn't know the persons name. The boss's talk was aimed at NZ1 and his wicked photos

NZ1 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:57 pm

Quoting 777ER (Reply 38):
As far as I can remember from what NZ1 said when the pics were removed was that, his boss spoke about the photos on a.net, but he didn't know the persons name. The boss's talk was aimed at NZ1 and his wicked photos

Thats right. The flyers on the notice-boards were aimed at me and 2 others who 'helped'. However, they didnt know the identity of those involved so put out a blanket flyer.

NZ1

NZ107 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:02 pm

I just missed all of that.. but ditto what NZAA said.. most of it applies to me as well. I believe that there were a few A.Netters at the carpark. I'll be back tomorrow if it's not raining!

I'll definitely keep you guys anon for the sake of getting good pics from behind the scenes!

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:09 pm

I hope to be there as well, just hope the dentist hurrys up. How long do you suppose it will be doing circuts for?

Trav

[Edited 2005-07-19 12:16:25]

B744Heavy · Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:15 pm

I heard the circuts start at 1330. Not sure for how long.
NZ1 any info

B744Heavy

NZ1 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:33 pm

Quoting B744Heavy (Reply 42):
I heard the circuts start at 1330. Not sure for how long.
NZ1 any info

Thats all I have too.

NZ1

aerorobnz · Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:36 pm

Yes the test flights are starting at 1330. It departs Thurs at 1400 direct to MEX.

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:51 pm

Question. Will NZ's 777-200ER have primium economy??

Trav

777ER · Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:56 pm

Will NZ's 777-200ER have primium economy?? Yes. All the B772ERs will be in a 3 class config

NZ1 · Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:58 pm

Quoting NZAA (Reply 45):
Question. Will NZ's 777-200ER have primium economy??

They sure will. And popular it will be as well I am guessing.

NZ1

NZAA · Tue Jul 19, 2005 8:00 pm

How much of the cabin will be Premium and how fast are the seats selling long haul.
Trav

aerorobnz · Tue Jul 19, 2005 8:10 pm

Quoting NZAA (Reply 48):
How much of the cabin will be Premium and how fast are the seats selling long haul.

They are selling very well overseas - especially the UK/Europe, but the US too. I understand there will 2 rows totalling 18 or so on the 772 but I think from memory it's about 4 rows of 5 on the 744. I was too busy testing the new seats out to really notice the exact number though.

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