Boeing 747-400

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21 Apr 2026 · © Ejking888

Cathay Pacific coming in for a landing

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Kiwi Aviation · 21 Apr 2026

Awesome! ✈️

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Aircraft

747-400 B744

Airline

Cathay Pacific Airways

CPA / CX

Manufacturer

Boeing

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Location

Portland International Airport

PDX/KPDX

45.5887, -122.5980

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Portland International Airport PDX

Airport

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Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400 was the flagship of many international airlines and revolutionized long-haul travel as the most advanced variant of the original \'Jumbo Jet\'. Lufthansa is one of the last and largest operators of the passenger 747-400.

Fleet Rarity

Rarer today, active fleet shrinking — Lufthansa is among the last major airlines flying the 747-400 in regular scheduled passenger service.

Record Flights

Used on long-haul flag routes including Frankfurt-Los Angeles, Frankfurt-Buenos Aires, and Seoul-Frankfurt.

Safety & Events

747-400s have been involved in a variety of incidents but are generally known for a strong safety record. Notably, this type was central to the 2010 eruption of Eyjafjallajökull, where many diverted or were grounded.

Future Outlook

Retirement expected within the next few years as newer aircraft replace the 747-400.

Specifications

CF6-80C2B1F or PW4056 or RB211-524G/H (varies by airframe, likely CF6-80C2B1F for Lufthansa)

Engine

64.4 meters

Wingspan

70.67 meters

Length

13,450 km

Range

920 km/h

Speed

416 passengers (three-class typical)

Capacity

396,890 kg

MTOW

19.41 meters

Height

252–282 kN (per engine)

Thrust

QC2 (ICAO Chapter 3/4, approach ~103 dB)

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