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12m ago · © SoonerAlum93

Queen of the Skies taxiing to the runway at ORD.

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Aircraft

Hong Kong Airlines Cargo

Airline

Hong Kong Airlines

Manufacturer

Gear

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro back triple camera 9mm f/2.8

Achievements

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

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Photo grade

C

C

Score: 60.0

Nice side profile, but heavy blur and low detail hamper the 747's impact.

Location

Chicago O\'Hare International Airport

ORD/KORD

41.9786, -87.9048

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Chicago O\'Hare International Airport ORD

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400F is one of the world\'s most iconic and capable large cargo aircraft, essential for global long-haul freight operations.

Fleet Rarity

Hong Kong Airlines Cargo operated a limited number of 747-400Fs, making them rarer in comparison to mainline passenger 747-400s.

Record Flights

Has been used on numerous long-haul cargo routes connecting Asia, Europe, and North America.

Safety & Events

The 747 family has had notable safety records, with the freighter variant crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic for global cargo.

Future Outlook

Many 747-400Fs are still in service due to enduring demand for heavy cargo capacity.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW4000 or Rolls-Royce RB211 or GE CF6 (specific variant not clear from image)

Engine

64.4 m

Wingspan

70.7 m

Length

8,240 km

Range

907 km/h

Speed

113,000 kg cargo

Capacity

396,890 kg

MTOW

19.4 m

Height

Approx. 248–282 kN (per engine)

Thrust

QC2 arrival, QC4 departure (ICAO Chapter 3/4, varies by variant)

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