The new 747-8 Intercontinental features the newest engine and wing combination in the industry, new advanced materials, and an updated flight deck for better performance with a small environmental footprint.

2024年6月21日 · The original "jumbo jet" the Boeing 747 was officially retired in 2023. Here's why the company retired the "Queen of the Skies" and what might replace it.

2020年7月21日 · With the new 747-8, though, the 747 is not going anywhere soon. This guide takes a full look at this long-running "Queen of the Skies," from its origins in the late 1960s up to the continuing production today.

2024年10月21日 · Here we will explore the evolution of the Boeing 747, from its inception as the world's first jumbo jet to its status as a modern, fuel-efficient wide-body airliner until Boeing ended production of the aircraft.

The Boeing 747 is a widebody commercial airliner, often referred to by the nickname "Jumbo Jet". It is among the world's most recognizable aircraft,and was the first widebody ever produced.

2023年10月14日 · The Boeing 747 is easily one of the most iconic passenger aircraft in the world and possibly many others. This quad-engined, double-decker behemoth of an aircraft single-handedly ushered in a new age of aviation, and

5 天之前 · When it comes to aviation icons, the Boeing 747 is unmatched. According to ch-aviation, the number of active B747 per year has significantly declined over the years – from approximately 375 in 2005, to just over 90 in 2024.. Among the few airlines still operating the Queen of the Skies for passenger services, Lufthansa stands out with the world's largest …

2021年6月1日 · For more than 50 years the 747 was known as the "Queen of the Skies," and it revolutionized air travel. But as airlines found newer planes to be more economically viable, the demand for the huge plane fell, and in 2020 Boeing announced that the last four 747s would be delivered in 2022. The Jet Age.

Large aircraft, such as the Boeing 747, incorporate multiple bogies (several wheels arranged in a variety of configurations) in their landing gear to spread out the weight of the aircraft and to facilitate stowage after retraction in flight. Read More

2020年3月19日 · The 747 is the world's most recognizable aircraft and is still in operation across the globe. In fact, it continues to be the trusted transporter for the president of the United States. The White House has entrusted the 747-200B model to take on the role of Air Force One.