The 747 is a four-engined jet aircraft, initially powered by Pratt & Whitney JT9D turbofan engines, then General Electric CF6 and Rolls-Royce RB211 engines for the original variants. With a ten …

5 days ago · The Boeing 747 E-4B Nightwatch, known as the "Doomsday Plane," was sighted at Los Angeles International Airport, marking a significant moment in its 51-year history., US …

Aug 11, 2025 · Changing needs in aircraft, the COVID-19 pandemic, and less demand all contributed to the discontinuation of the Boeing 747 in favor of newer models.

The 747-8 incorporates breakthrough technology—the GEnx engine, a wing design with better performance, and lighter alloys and composites—that substantially reduces fuel consumption.

Aug 12, 2025 · Despite air travel numbers being significantly lower than they are today, most airlines were flying bigger planes than they are today, or more specifically, the Boeing 747.

"The 747 is totally unlike any other aircraft, piston or jet. A triumph of American technology, the 747 will bring to our passengers a standard of comfort and convenience no longer limited by …

Jul 4, 2025 · The 747-400 series, launched in 1989, emerged as the best-selling variant by a wide margin, accounting for nearly 44% of all 747 production. It introduced modern avionics, a glass …

Jun 13, 2025 · The Boeing 747 family includes variants like the 747-100, 747-400, and 747-8, each contributing to its legacy in aviation history. The total number of Boeing 747s built by the …

Longer than the Wright brothers’ first flight, wider than a boulevard, and with a tail height as tall as a six-story building, the 747 was a revolution in aviation technology and the passenger …

Feb 14, 2025 · For over five decades, the Boeing 747 dominated the skies, transforming air travel and making long-haul flights accessible to the world. From the first 747 in 1969 to the last one …