Aircraft

A US Airways Boeing 757-200 wearing the distinctive Star Alliance livery, seen preparing for departure at the gate.

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📝 Spotter's notes

Star Alliance special liveries are relatively uncommon; this is a photo from before the US Airways and American Airlines merger.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type B752
Model 757-200
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline US Airways (Star Alliance livery)
Airline Code AWE / US
Livery US Airways Star Alliance
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Rolls-Royce RB211-535E4 or Pratt & Whitney PW2037 (exact model not visible)
Thrust 172.4 kN (38,900 lbf) per engine (Typical for RR RB211-535E4)
Wingspan 38.05 meters
Length 47.32 meters
Height 13.56 meters
MTOW 115,680 kilograms
Range 7,222 kilometers
Capacity 200-239 passengers (typical configuration)
Cruise Speed 850 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 3, 85-95 dB depending on configuration