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08 May 2026 · © Unknown

A night-time ramp shot of a Lufthansa Boeing 747-400 at a gate, an iconic queen of the skies in its classic white-and-blue livery.

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Aircraft

Lufthansa standard livery

Airline

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Gear

iPhone 16 Pro Max

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Night Owl, Boeing Beginner, Queen of the Skies

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Location

Terminal T1 Gate C14

Frankfurt Main Airport · FRA/EDDF

50.0497, 8.5809

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Frankfurt Main Airport FRA

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Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400 is one of the most iconic widebody jet airliners and was central to long-haul global air travel from the late 1980s through the 2010s. Lufthansa was a major operator.

Fleet Rarity

Lufthansa is one of a few airlines still operating the 747-400, as most have been retired globally.

Record Flights

Commonly used on long-haul intercontinental flights, though not generally on the absolute longest (ultra-long-haul) routes.

Safety & Events

Lufthansa 747-400s have been involved in various non-fatal incidents (e.g., diversions, mechanical issues), but have a strong safety record.

Future Outlook

Gradual retirement expected; some still active, but many being phased out for newer types.

Specifications

CF6-80C2B1F or PW4056 or RB211-524G/H (Lufthansa generally uses CF6-80C2B1F)

Engine

64.44 meters

Wingspan

70.67 meters

Length

13,450 kilometers

Range

910 km/h

Speed

416-524 passengers

Capacity

396,890 kilograms

MTOW

19.41 meters

Height

248–282 kN (55,750–63,300 lbf) per engine

Thrust

QC2/4 at departure/arrival (ICAO Chapter 3/4)

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