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Jumbo jets need a lot of space, but let's examine the minimum needed for landing, and what factors come into play.
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Boeing's latest widebody is hoping to replace its most popular one.
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All aircraft undergo intense testing before they are certified and delivered to an airline.
Will We Ever See Another Double Decker Plane?
The Airbus A380 and Boeing 747s are globally famous but no company is building super jumbos widebodies anymore. Why?
54 Years Ago Today: The Story Of The Boeing 747's First Test Flight
The City of Everett took off at approximately 11:30 with a three-man crew onboard.
54 Years On: How Many Boeing 747s Are Flying In 2023
From the 5th jumbo jet ever built to Atlas Air's last 747-8F. Nearly a quarter of Boeing's 747 program remains active.
How To Spot The Difference Between The Boeing 747-400 & 747-8
The Boeing 747-8 was created to compete with the Airbus A380.
Why Did Boeing Build The 747-8?
Despite relative success as a cargo plane, the Boeing 747-8 has proved comparatively unpopular for passenger operations.
What Happened To The First Boeing 747 Ever Built?
From test flying in the skies to being parked at an open-air display lot, here's what happened to N7470.
The Top 10 Largest Operators Of The Boeing 747 In History
Although the plane is no longer produced, the aircraft is expected to continue flying for the next 20 years.
How To Fly On A Boeing 747 In 2023
Buy a ticket and go to the airport, of course! There are 30 routes to choose from.
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 155:Flybe/Flyr Bankrupt, Final Boeing 747 Delivery
Join Jo and Tom for the latest from the world of aviation.
19 Years Ago The Boeing 747 Had Almost 1,000 Daily Passenger Flights
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End Of An Era: The Last Boeing 747 Departs Boeing's Everett Plant
Thousands of aviation fans worldwide are tuning in to watch the final Boeing 747's journey to its new home with Atlas Air.
This Is It: Boeing Hands Over The Last 747 To Atlas Air
Grab your tissues because this really is the end of an era.
How To Watch The Final Boeing 747 Delivery
Today will mark the end of an era for Boeing's four-engine icon.
The House Whose Design Features Wings From A Decommissioned Boeing 747
From design to completion, let’s take a closer look at the famous 747 Wing House.
Air Force One: What's The Latest With The New Boeing 747-8s
The two VC-25As are awaiting retirement but could be waiting a few more years yet.