Condor brings curtain down on Boeing 757 operations

Condor Ends Boeing 757 Era with Farewell Flight

German leisure airline Condor has officially ended more than three decades of Boeing 757 operations with a special farewell flight marking the retirement of its last aircraft of this type.

Final Journey from Frankfurt to Vienna

On November 5, 2025, Condor conducted a commemorative round-trip flight from Frankfurt to Vienna using its last Boeing 757-300, registered as D-ABOM. The aircraft, painted in a distinctive red-and-white candy-striped livery, carried over 100 passengers, including company staff, aviation journalists, and dedicated fans of the 757.

Three Decades of Service

For over 35 years, the Boeing 757 has been a cornerstone of Condor’s short and medium-haul operations. Throughout this period, the airline operated a total of 27 aircraft: 18 Boeing 757-200s and 9 longer 757-300s.

Fleet Retirement

In recent weeks leading up to the farewell flight, Condor gradually retired its remaining Boeing 757s. Several airframes were transferred to Cotswold Airport in the United Kingdom to be dismantled and used for parts.

“The pencil-like shape of the Boeing 757 has been a familiar sight in Condor’s fleet for decades,” noted industry source ch-aviation.

Special Farewell Tickets

To celebrate the occasion, 75 exclusive tickets for the final flight were auctioned through Condor’s online shop in September 2025, giving enthusiasts the chance to experience the historic event firsthand.

Author’s summary: Condor concluded its 35-year Boeing 757 legacy with a symbolic final flight from Frankfurt to Vienna, marking the end of an iconic era for the airline’s medium-haul operations.

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AeroTime AeroTime — 2025-11-06

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