Documentary

21st Century Jet: The Building of the 777

The Boeing Company develops their most technically advanced aircraft: the 777. From corporate conference rooms to factory floors, its extensive testing and first commercial flight, more than 10,000 people were involved in the creation of the new plane, assembled with parts from all over the world.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

21st Century Jet: The Building of the 777

First Air Date

January 8, 1996

Last Air Date

February 5, 1996

Seasons

1

Episodes

5

Language

English

Production Companies

Skyscraper Productions

Networks

PBS

S01E05

Countdown to Delivery

Six months prior to delivery to United Airlines, a whole 777 is tested to destruction to measure the force its wings can withstand from turbulence or emergency maneuvers. It flies a mock airline schedule to prove its reliability. A United pilot "test drives" the 777, and United transfers payment of more than 100 million dollars, concluding with the 777's inaugural commercial flight.

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