Equatorial Guinea’s Mysterious Boeing 777
So, there I was, casually browsing through my social media feed yesterday when I stumbled upon a picture of what is undeniably one of the coolest jets out there. This discovery quickly spun me into an investigative whirlwind.
Equatorial Guinea and Its Captivating Boeing 777
Equatorial Guinea’s government boasts a Boeing 777-200LR, decked out in a livery so stunning it could stop traffic. Interestingly though, nowhere on the plane does it indicate it’s government property. Talk about flying under the radar, literally!
Before we go any further, let’s set the scene: Equatorial Guinea’s government isn’t exactly the pinnacle of transparency. With its newfound oil wealth over the last few years, you’d think they’d spend some of that on bettering citizens’ lives. Nope. It’s more of a “let’s enrich the top brass” situation while their president reigns supreme since 1979—over four decades, folks!
Now, about this Boeing 777—it’s a joyride deluxe, priced into the oil kitty. But there’s a twist: good luck finding information about it online. This 10-year-old bird, marked with registration code P4-SKN, seems to be shrouded in mystery.
What gives this luxurious bird its mystique? The interior remains elusive, with zero pictures surfacing—like a secret too precious to share. And flight tracking is off the table! Makes you wonder where this jet has been hitting up, doesn’t it? Bet there are frequent stops in London, Paris, and maybe even the charming Val Seny ski resort.
Ceiba International’s First-Class Past
Speaking of Equatorial Guinea’s aviation scene, remember Ceiba International? Back in 2017, this airline was a little something, sporting a Boeing 777 in its glory days. Registered as CS-TQX, it boasted a first-class cabin!
To dodge some EU trouble, this beauty was technically run by the Portuguese leasing company, White Airways. The typical layout? About 250 seats in total: 22 in first class, 28 business, and 200 economy. But here’s the kicker—I’ve yet to see any snapshot of those plush first-class seats.
It seems the aircraft hasn’t enjoyed commercial skies for a while now. Recently, though, it flew the route from Malabo to Rome. Is it being mothballed? Prepping for a comeback with another airline? Who knows—but I for one am intrigued!
Final Thoughts
Equatorial Guinea’s Boeing 777 could easily clinch the title of “Coolest Livery Ever.” But this bird? It’s cloaked in secrecy—especially the inside—but boy, would I love to peek inside.
If you’ve got the scoop on this Equatorial Guinea mystery plane, spill those deets!