United's 30-Year-Old Jets: Still Flying High

0:00It's April 7th. Welcome in. This is Canada News Today, where local news meets AI. I'm Corey with the story. United Airlines has some Boeing 767s from 1991 still flying routes like Newark to London. That's over 30 years old. But inside, they look fresh with new seats, lighting, and entertainment. Average plane age sits around 20 to 25 years, but supply chain headaches from the pandemic are pushing the higher as fewer new jets roll. Out, Airbus delivered 68 fewer planes last year than in 2019 and Boeing 206 fewer than their peak. Travelers rarely notice the age since airlines pour cash into cabin refreshes, from bins to shades, making old holes feel cutting edge. Experts say planes are built tough and buying used ones saves big up front while routine checks keep them safe. Narrow body jets like the oldest flying 45-year-old Boeing, 737 last longer on short hops, but wide body's retired quicker over. Fuel costs. Right now,

1:03engine shortages even have young planes getting parted out for valuable pieces. Air lines like Delta and United plan to phase out their 767s by decades end as production ramps up, but for now, these workhorses. Stretch every mile with smart upgrades keeping passengers none the wiser.