Climb onboard the Alitalia B777

The Boeing B777 is one of the world's largest twin-jets and contains some of the most advanced technology available.
Alitalia's most prestigious aircraft, it joined the fleet in 2002: the inaugural flight on the 'Taormina' set off from Rome for New York on November 21 with 274 passengers onboard. At the present time there are 10 B777 aircraft in the Alitalia fleet, all flying on intercontinental routes.  

You climb onboard the Alitalia B777 too!  


Technical characteristics

 

More than 63 metres long and with a wingspan of over 60 m, the Alitalia B777 carries 291 passengers at a cruising speed of 920 km/h. The wing design, engine performance and lightweight structure all contribute to considerable energy savings, which significantly reduce not only operating costs, but also environmental impact.
Learn more about the aircraft's other technical features.


Flight operations

 

The B777 contains some of the most recently developed civil aviation technology, including a turbojet engine more than 8 m long, some of the largest rear wheel assemblies ever mounted on a commercial aircraft, and a fully computerised control system. Inside the cabin, touch-screen control panels enable flight assistants to manage operations onboard with the greatest ease: from passenger call signals and lighting/temperature control, to entertainment systems.
To learn more about the technology used in the B777 and flight operation management systems, click here.


Magnifica Class

 

Magnifica long haul business class on B777s provides quality services to travel in the utmost comfort. From comfortable 'Recaro' seats with leather upholstery, which can recline up to 55°, to the bar area with espresso coffee machine, snacks and cocktails, plus a catering service offering fine food and a 'wine cellar' stocked with wines from Italy's finest producers.
Come and learn about the quality of our Magnifica class.


Economy Class

 

The 249 seats in Economy class are also comfortable 'Recaro' models spaced 81 cm apart. Our intercontinental flights also offer leading edge entertainment systems and a catering service inspired by traditional Italian cuisine and fine international food.
For more news and interesting information about your Economy class flights on the B777, click here.


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