Boeing 747-400

25 May 2026 · © Ja

A Boeing 747-400, easily distinguished by its iconic hump and four engines, cruises high above, trailing contrails against a clear blue sky.

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Aircraft

747-400 B744

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max back triple camera 16.891mm f/2.8

Achievements

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

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Photo grade

Score: 68.0

Nice contrail capture! The aircraft is distant and a bit soft, but the blue sky and angle stand out.

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400 is a major development of the original 747, once the world’s largest passenger airliner and an icon of long-haul travel. Widely regarded as the \'Queen of the Skies\'.

Fleet Rarity

Many have been retired, but the type is still present in some major fleets, especially as freighters.

Record Flights

Operated on some of the world\'s longest routes (e.g., London-Sydney, LAX-Hong Kong); has performed record-breaking cargo and evacuation flights.

Safety & Events

Numerous events over its operational history; overall strong safety record, but several well-documented incidents (both major and minor).

Future Outlook

Most passenger 747-400s are being retired, converted to freighter, or stored. Still active with some airlines, especially in the cargo sector.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW4056, General Electric CF6-80C2B1F, or Rolls-Royce RB211-524G/H (varies by operator)

Engine

64.4 meters

Wingspan

70.7 meters

Length

13,450 km

Range

920 km/h

Speed

416 passengers (typical 3-class); up to 660 (all-economy)

Capacity

396,890 kg

MTOW

19.4 meters

Height

249-296 kN (per engine)

Thrust

94-104 EPNdB (ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant, varies by engine)

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