The 747 is a four-engined jet aircraft, initially powered by Pratt & Whitney JT9D turbofan engines, then General Electric CF6 and Rolls-Royce RB211 engines for the original variants. With a ten …

Aug 11, 2025 · Changing needs in aircraft, the COVID-19 pandemic, and less demand all contributed to the discontinuation of the Boeing 747 in favor of newer models.

Aug 12, 2025 · Despite air travel numbers being significantly lower than they are today, most airlines were flying bigger planes than they are today, or more specifically, the Boeing 747.

Feb 14, 2025 · For over five decades, the Boeing 747 dominated the skies, transforming air travel and making long-haul flights accessible to the world. From the first 747 in 1969 to the last one …

"The 747 is totally unlike any other aircraft, piston or jet. A triumph of American technology, the 747 will bring to our passengers a standard of comfort and convenience no longer limited by …

Jul 4, 2025 · The 747-400 series, launched in 1989, emerged as the best-selling variant by a wide margin, accounting for nearly 44% of all 747 production. It introduced modern avionics, a glass …

Jan 31, 2023 · The historic 747, dubbed the ‘Queen of the Skies,’ revolutionized air travel as the world’s first twin-aisle airplane and enabled more people to fly farther, faster and more …

Oct 4, 2024 · The Boeing 747, often called the “Queen of the Skies,” revolutionized aviation when it was introduced in 1969. This iconic aircraft has not only carried millions of passengers but …

The Boeing 747 family includes key variants like the 747-100, which set the foundation for later models, and the advanced 747-8, with 155 units produced, including 107 freighters and 48 …

The Boeing 747 is a long-range, wide-body airliner that is often referred to as the Queen of the Skies. It was the first of its kind when it was introduced in the 1970s and has since become an …