Boeing 747-400

08 Jan 2026 · © Unknown

This is a static display at the Technik Museum Sinsheim in Germany, where the 747-400 is mounted on pylons and accessible to visitors. The foreground shows a Soviet-era Beriev Be-6 amphibious aircraft.

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Aircraft

747-400 B744

Lufthansa (standard livery)

Airline

Lufthansa

DLH / LH

Manufacturer

Boeing

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400 is one of the most iconic long-haul wide-body airliners and was the most advanced version of the 747 to be mass-produced, introducing glass cockpits and enhanced efficiency. Lufthansa was one of its largest operators.

Fleet Rarity

As of 2024, the active worldwide fleet of 747-400s is under 35, making it increasingly rare, especially in passenger service.

Record Flights

747-400s have operated ultra-long-haul flights such as New York–Hong Kong and Frankfurt–Buenos Aires. Lufthansa’s 747-400s were commonly seen on flagship intercontinental routes.

Safety & Events

Generally a safe aircraft with an excellent service record for Lufthansa; notable for many special farewell flights in recent years as more airlines retire the type.

Future Outlook

Most passenger 747-400s have been retired, stored, or converted to freighters; several preserved in museums, including this one.

Specifications

CF6-80C2B1F (General Electric) or PW4056 (Pratt & Whitney) or RB211-524G/H (Rolls-Royce), typical for the 747-400

Engine

64.44 m

Wingspan

70.67 m

Length

13,450 km

Range

917 km/h

Speed

416-524 passengers (typical 3-class 416, high density up to 524)

Capacity

396,890 kg

MTOW

19.41 m

Height

Each engine approx. 252–282 kN (56,000–63,300 lbf)

Thrust

QC/2 departure (depends on engine); ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant

Noise

Aircraft is not in operational service; it's a preserved museum piece.