Airliner • Boeing • 707-120, 707-320, 707-420, 707-620, 707 Freighter
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| Model | 707 |
| Category | Airliner |
| Variants | 707-120, 707-320, 707-420, 707-620, 707 Freighter |
| Production Years | 1958 – 1991 |
| Seating | 110, 180 seats |
| Typical TTAF | 58,000 hours |
| Markets | United States, United Kingdom, Japan, Germany, France |
| Price Range | $500K – $3.5M |
The Boeing 707 is a pioneering narrow-body jet airliner that revolutionized commercial aviation when it entered service in 1958. As the first commercially successful jet airliner, the 707 established many standards still used in modern aviation. Featuring four turbofan engines, pressurized fuselage, and advanced avionics for its era, it could carry 110-180 passengers over intercontinental distances. The aircraft was operated by major airlines worldwide including Pan American, TWA, and BOAC, becoming an icon of the jet age. Beyond passenger service, the 707 was extensively used for cargo operations, military reconnaissance (RC-135), and as Air Force One. Its success demonstrated the viability of jet-powered commercial flight and paved the way for modern airliner development. Though production ended in 1991, several 707s remain in service with cargo operators and government agencies, testament to its robust design and longevity.
Maximum Speed: 490 knots (563 mph)
Range: 2,500 nautical miles (loaded)
Service Ceiling: 42,000 feet
Engines: Four Pratt & Whitney JT4A or Rolls-Royce Conway turbofans
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 333,600 lbs
Fuselage Length: 152 feet 11 inches
Wingspan: 145 feet 9 inches