Boeing 747-400F

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26 Apr 2026 · © AviatorShots81

National Airlines Boeing 747-400F making a dramatic approach under moody skies.

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Aircraft

747-400F B744

National Airlines standard livery

N919CA

Registration

Airline

National Airlines

NCR / N8

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

Sony A7M4 Sigma 70-200mm F2.8

Achievements

Cargo King, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Weather Warrior, Boeing Beginner, Queen of the Skies

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Location

DFW Founders Plaza

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport · DFW/KDFW

32.9192, -97.0585

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Dallas Fort Worth International Airport DFW

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Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400F has been a backbone of global air cargo for decades, and National Airlines is one of the few US carriers operating the type.

Fleet Rarity

The 747-400F is becoming increasingly rare as airlines retire older 747s in favor of more fuel-efficient aircraft. There are fewer than 100 active 747-400 Freighters in commercial service as of 2024.

Record Flights

The 747-400F has been used for long-haul transoceanic freighter flights, connecting major cargo hubs worldwide.

Safety & Events

National Airlines operates high-profile outsized and military charter contracts; this type is known for its reliability in heavy lift operations.

Future Outlook

Many 747-400Fs are nearing retirement due to age and operational costs; a few will remain in use for outsized and charter operations.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW4056 or General Electric CF6-80C2B1F or Rolls-Royce RB211-524G/H (typically, but exact engine not visible in image)

Engine

64.44 m

Wingspan

70.67 m

Length

8,240 km

Range

907 km/h

Speed

Cargo: 113,000 kg

Capacity

396,890 kg

MTOW

19.41 m

Height

Standard for 747-400F: 252–282 kN (56,500–63,300 lbf) each

Thrust

Chapter 3/4 ICAO (approx. 96-101 dB on takeoff depending on engine/weight)

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