The first Boeing 777 ever delivered has made its final flight with United Airlines, sending the aircraft to storage after more than 30 years of active service. The aircraft, which is registered as N777UA, was first introduced into service back in 1995. Last week, it made its final trip to Victorville's Southern California Logistics Airport (SCLA), where it will be scrapped for parts.
For Star Alliance carrier United, this Boeing 777-200 has been a vital workhorse in its initial long-haul operations. United was the launch customer for the type, and remains the world's largest operator.
A Workhorse In The United Airlines Fleet
While in the early days these aircraft were utilized to support the airline's long-haul network, today they are configured domestically, providing extr

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