Boeing 747-400F

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27 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

FedEx branding in background; aircraft is parked at a cargo stand at a major US airport.

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Aircraft

747-400F B744

Atlas Air standard cargo livery

Airline

Atlas Air

GTI / 5Y

Manufacturer

Boeing

Achievements

Cargo King

Badge earned

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Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400F is one of the most iconic and successful dedicated freighter jets, serving as the backbone of global heavy air cargo since the 1990s.

Fleet Rarity

One of around 125 active Boeing 747-400Fs worldwide, a rarity as production has ceased.

Record Flights

Flew many of the world’s longest scheduled non-stop cargo flights and delivered relief aid worldwide.

Safety & Events

Some Atlas Air 747-400Fs have been involved in emergency landings but with excellent safety records overall.

Future Outlook

Many still flying but increasingly being replaced by newer models; will eventually be retired or stored over the 2030s.

Specifications

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

Engine

64.4 meters

Wingspan

70.7 meters

Length

8,240 kilometers

Range

920 km/h

Speed

Cargo: up to 113,000 kilograms

Capacity

396,890 kilograms

MTOW

19.4 meters

Height

56,000–63,300 lbf (249–282 kN) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant, typical approach 98-101 dB

Noise

Exact registration not visible; engine subtype not confirmed.