767s

767s refers to Boeing’s family of wide-body twinjet airliners. Developed in the late 1970s to fill a market niche between smaller wide-bodies and the larger 747, the 767 offered long-range capability with relatively low operating costs. The first flight occurred in 1981, and the type entered commercial service in 1982. Over its production life, the 767 was produced in several passenger and cargo configurations and was adapted for specialized military roles.

The 767 family is defined by its twin-engine configuration, wide fuselage, and two-crew cockpit. It was designed to serve long-haul routes with efficient fuel use and to be compatible with many international airports. The airliner shared cockpit concepts with the 757, enabling common pilot training and maintenance practices. Variants were developed to suit different needs, including shorter-range and longer-range models, as well as freight and mixed-use configurations.

Variants include the 767-200 and 767-200ER; the longer-range 767-300 and 767-300ER; and the 767-400ER. Cargo versions include the 767-200F and 767-300F. There are also specialized models such as the E-767 AWACS used by Japan for airborne early warning and control, and the KC-46A Pegasus, a U.S. Air Force aerial refueling aircraft based on a 767 airframe.

In commercial and cargo service, 767s have been operated by many major airlines around the world and remain in active service in several roles. The 767’s blend of range, capacity, and efficiency contributed to a widespread shift toward twinjet operation on long-haul routes and to the diversification of air freight fleets.