Boeing 747-400

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UPS 5X33 departing YSSY (Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport) runway 34L before winds and an oncoming storm changed the arrival departure runways. 26/09/26

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Aircraft

747-400 B744

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 79.0

Nice belly shot with a clean blue sky, but a bit more sharpness would make the details pop.

Location

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

SYD/YSSY · Runway 34L

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

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Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400 is one of the most iconic and widely recognized \'jumbo jets\' of the modern era, known for revolutionizing long-haul air travel and high-capacity, intercontinental routes.

Fleet Rarity

Declining numbers in active passenger service, but still common as a freighter and in select legacy airline fleets.

Record Flights

Used on some of the world\'s longest routes, including New York–Hong Kong and Sydney–Dallas, especially when still the leading long-range platform.

Safety & Events

Numerous non-fatal events in its decades of service, but generally regarded as very safe; formerly the flagship for many major airlines.

Future Outlook

Mostly retired from major passenger fleets; remains active in cargo and some charter operations.

Specifications

CF6-80C2B1F, PW4056, or RB211-524G/H (varies by operator)

Engine

64.44 meters

Wingspan

70.67 meters

Length

13,450 km

Range

907 km/h (Mach 0.85)

Speed

416 passengers (typical 3-class), up to 524 (2-class)

Capacity

396,890 kg

MTOW

19.41 meters

Height

249–282 kN (56,000–63,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4, ~90-95 dB at takeoff (varies)

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