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10 May 2026 · © Unknown

A Lufthansa Boeing 747-8I on final approach, showcasing the Queen of the Skies in its latest livery.

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Aircraft

747-8 Intercontinental B748

Lufthansa (current 2018 livery)

Airline

Manufacturer

Achievements

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

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Location

Los Angeles International Airport

LAX/KLAX

33.9425, -118.4080

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Los Angeles International Airport LAX

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 747-8 is the last and largest generation of the 747, and Lufthansa is the largest 747-8I operator.

Fleet Rarity

Lufthansa operates 19 passenger 747-8Is; fewer than 40 were delivered in total worldwide.

Record Flights

Used on some of the longest Lufthansa routes, including FRA-EZE and FRA-ICN.

Safety & Events

No major hull loss incidents reported for 747-8I to date.

Future Outlook

Lufthansa continues to operate its 747-8 fleet; other airlines have retired the type from passenger service.

Specifications

GEnx-2B67

Engine

68.4 meters

Wingspan

76.3 meters

Length

13,450 km

Range

917 km/h

Speed

467 passengers (typical 3-class config)

Capacity

447,700 kg

MTOW

19.4 meters

Height

2 x 296 kN (66,500 lbf) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, ~85 EPNdB on approach

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