B777-200LR Worldliner debuts in Beijing, named Zheng He


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On June 28 the Boeing 777-200LR Worldliner, the world's longest-range commercial airplane, debuts at Beijing's Capital International Airport. It was officially named "Zheng He" to commemorate the first voyage of the great Chinese navigator and explorer Zheng He 600 years ago. Its "Going the Distance"world tour started in Canada and will visit more than 20 cities through August. In service it can carry 301 passengers and baggage up to 17,445 kilometers.

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On June 28, a model of Zheng He's sailboat symbolizing the spirit of the great navigator and explorer, is taken, under the escort, to the Boeing 777-200LR Worldliner, the world's longest-range commercial airplane.

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The Boeing 777-200LR Worldliner is unveiled on June 28, which is named after Zheng He, the great Chinese navigator and explorer who made seven global voyages. This year marks the 600th anniversary of his first voyage.

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Experience in person the business-class of the Boeing 777-200LR Worldliner.

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The engine of Boeing 777-200LR unfolds.

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Staff introduce the pilot's cockpit of the Boeing 777-200LR Worldliner.


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