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16 Apr 2026 · © Jack.aviation320

A Boeing 747-867F Cathay Pacific aircraft coming in for approach into LHR

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Kiwi Aviation · 16 Apr 2026

Love it! ❤️

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Aircraft

Cathay Pacific Cargo (current livery)

Airline

Cathay Pacific Airways

Manufacturer

Gear

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Achievements

Cargo King, Rare Bird, Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Queen of the Skies

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Location

Myrtle Avenue

London Heathrow Airport · LHR/EGLL

51.4671, -0.4441

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London Heathrow Airport LHR

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 747-8F is the largest and most advanced freighter variant of the 747, representing the final generation of the iconic \'Queen of the Skies\' line. Cathay Pacific Cargo is among the largest operators of this type.

Fleet Rarity

Cathay Pacific Cargo operates one of the largest 747-8F fleets, but the model remains relatively rare, with under 200 units built.

Record Flights

Commonly operates some of the longest non-stop cargo flights in the world.

Safety & Events

No major incidents recorded for Cathay\'s 747-8F fleet as of 2024.

Future Outlook

Expected to remain in heavy use with major cargo operators for at least the next decade.

Specifications

GEnx-2B67

Engine

68.4 meters

Wingspan

76.3 meters

Length

8,130 km

Range

907 km/h

Speed

140,000 kg (cargo)

Capacity

447,700 kg

MTOW

19.4 meters

Height

295 kN (66,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

QC/2 departure, QC/0.5 arrival (ICAO Chapter 4 compliant)

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