Boeing 747-8F

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A Cathay Pacific Cargo Boeing 747-8F (B-LJM) roars into the sky on departure, showing off the iconic hump and impressive wingspan of the 'Queen of the Skies' in its freighter form.

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Aircraft

Airline

Cathay Pacific Airways

CPA / CX

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Cargo King, Rare Bird, Runway Royalty, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Skyline Symphony, Boeing Beginner, Queen of the Skies

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Photo grade

Gold

Score: 91.0

Exceptional clarity and timing with the 747-8F perfectly sharp; control tower placement adds dynamic interest.

Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

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Aviation History

The Boeing 747-8F is the largest cargo aircraft produced by Boeing, built as a stretched and re-engined successor to the 747-400F. Cathay Pacific Cargo is one of the world\'s largest 747-8F operators.

Fleet Rarity

One of 14 747-8F operated by Cathay Pacific Cargo as of 2023.

Record Flights

Used on major intercontinental freight routes including Hong Kong-Los Angeles, Frankfurt, Chicago, Anchorage.

Safety & Events

Cathay Pacific has operated this model safely with no major incidents in recent years.

Future Outlook

Expected to remain in frontline service for at least another decade given global demand for large freighters.

Specifications

GEnx-2B67

Engine

68.4 m

Wingspan

76.3 m

Length

8,130 km

Range

917 km/h

Speed

140,000 kg (cargo)

Capacity

447,700 kg

MTOW

19.4 m

Height

295 kN (66,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

QC/2 departure, ICAO Chapter 4

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