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Boeing 757-224

Jet · 40 active US registrations

FAA Registry DataNTSB Public DataUpdated Mar 2026
Boeing 757-224

Boeing 757-224

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Purchase Price

$5.0M-$30.0M

Fuel Burn

999 gph

Cost/Hour

$6279.71/hr

US Fleet

40

Ownership Cost Summary

Purchase

$5.0M-$30.0M

Annual Fixed

$208K-$304K

/yr

Hourly Variable

$6279.71/hr

/flight hour

5-Year Total

$9.2M-$37.8M

Purchase Price$5,000,000 – $30,000,000
Annual Fixed Costs$208,375 – $304,125 /yr
Hourly Variable Cost$6279.71/hr
Annual Cost (100 hrs/yr)$836,346 – $836,346 /yr
Annual Cost (200 hrs/yr)$1,464,317 – $1,464,317 /yr
5-Year Total Cost$9,181,730 – $37,800,335

Cost estimates based on published data and industry averages. Actual costs vary by condition, location, usage, and maintenance history.0

Specifications & Engine

Performance

Horsepower22000 hp

Engine & Weights

EngineROLLS-ROYC RB-211 SERIES
Engine Typeturbofan
Engines2
TBO3,500 hrs
Overhaul Cost$800,000-$1,200,000
Overhaul Reserve$285.71/hr
Fuel Burn999.0 gph
Propconstant speed

Source: FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet, ENGINE.txt registry. TBO and overhaul costs from industry standard data.

Market Prices by Year

Typical asking prices. Actual prices vary by condition, total time, avionics, and engine time.

1970-1979
$2.6M
1980-1989
$3.7M
1990-1999
$5.3M
2000-2009
$7.9M
2010-2019
$13.1M
2020-present
$26.3M

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Insurance Estimates

Annual hull + liability premiums by pilot experience.

new ppl$236,250 – $341,250/yr
experienced$165,375 – $202,125/yr
atp$84,000 – $115,500/yr

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Rates are estimates only and vary by hull value, pilot experience, training, location, and carrier. Contact an aviation insurance broker for accurate quotes.

Safety Record

NTSB data, 1982-2025.

5

Total Reports

4

Accidents

0

Fatal

125.0

Per 1K Fleet

Raw NTSB report counts. Not a safety rating. Factors including fleet size, flight hours, pilot demographics, and mission profile affect rates.

Maintenance Reports

FAA SDR data, 2015-2024.

1,622

Service Difficulty Reports

Top Systems Reported

Structures
1622

SDRs are mandatory reports filed by maintenance facilities when defects are found. Higher counts may reflect larger fleet size and better reporting, not necessarily lower reliability.

Fuel Cost

999.0 gph at ~$6.50/gal 100LL

$6494

/hr

$649,350

100 hrs

$1,298,700

200 hrs

Prices vary by region. View by state.

Fleet & Registration

40

Active US Registrations

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry (active, valid registrations).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Boeing 757-224 cost?

A Boeing 757-224 typically sells for $5,000,000 to $30,000,000 depending on year, condition, total time, and avionics.

How much does it cost per hour to fly a Boeing 757-224?

The variable cost is approximately $6279.71/hr, including fuel, oil, and engine reserve.

What is the fuel burn of a Boeing 757-224?

Approximately 999.0 gallons per hour at normal cruise.

What are the annual costs of owning a Boeing 757-224?

Annual fixed costs run $208,375 to $304,125/yr before fuel and engine reserves.

How much does an engine overhaul cost on a Boeing 757-224?

$800,000 to $1,200,000, TBO of 3,500 hours.

How many Boeing 757-224 aircraft are still flying?

There are 40 Boeing 757-224 aircraft with active US registrations according to the FAA Aircraft Registry.

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