Originally Posted by
sbm12
Don't forget that at ETOPS 180 there is actually a "hitch" in the flight path for IAH-AKL that makes it longer than the straight great circle distance. I guess if they weight restrict it or something it might get extra range but that's a tough call to make.
http://www.gcmap.com/featured/20100528
That looks about right, so if UA is launching this...it would have to be on T7 Equipment.