Originally Posted by
MoarAlpha
Right, but these are -300s and the factory freighters are -200s right? The article says it has 10 more pallets than a factory -200.
I have no idea how much space a factory -300 “would have” if they ever made them. It certainly would be cool to get these on property at K4.
Any word on how many pilots they want to hire in the near future? I know the focus is 777, but how many?
The 777F is based on the 777-200LR, which both use the GE90-110. The 777-300ER uses a GE90-115, so the factory freighter and a 300ER conversion would both effectively use the same engine. The difference is that the 300ER is longer and has more pallet positions, but can't support the cargo density that the F can due (in part) to the 300ER's composite floor beams. The F and 300ER share the same type certificate and probably very similar maintenance requirements.