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05 Apr 2026 · © Siliconserver

Lufthansa D-ABYC B748 at FRA

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Aircraft

747-8 Intercontinental B748

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Achievements

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Location

Frankfurt Main Airport

FRA/EDDF

50.0267, 8.5584

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Frankfurt Main Airport FRA

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 747-8I is the final evolution of the iconic 747 family, and Lufthansa is the largest passenger operator of this type.

Fleet Rarity

Lufthansa is the largest 747-8 Intercontinental operator with a fleet of 19 as of 2024.

Record Flights

Used on some of the longest routes operated by Lufthansa, including Frankfurt–Buenos Aires and Frankfurt–Shanghai.

Safety & Events

No major incidents with this airframe. The type itself is notable for its quiet and efficient engines.

Future Outlook

Active and in long-term service with Lufthansa, though 747-8I production has ended. Expected to be the last passenger 747s flying.

Specifications

GEnx-2B67

Engine

68.4 meters

Wingspan

76.3 meters

Length

14,320 kilometers

Range

917 kilometers per hour

Speed

467 passengers (typical 3-class config)

Capacity

447,700 kilograms

MTOW

19.4 meters

Height

296 kN (66,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

QC/2 (approach), QC/4 (departure) - ICAO Chapter 4

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