Known as Jumbo, the Boeing 747 is the largest aircraft of the American manufacturer, which reaches the end of its life with 1,574 units produced
THE boeing released images of the last Boeing 747-8 produced in history. The aircraft, ready-made and with an unpainted fuselage, was photographed at the Everett, Washington plant north of Seattle, and is on its way to be delivered to its as-yet-unknown but paid $418 customer. $.4 million from the aircraft.
Launched in 1969, the Boeing 747 was the world’s largest commercial aircraft for a long time, until the arrival of the Airbus A380, this already withdrawn and which lasted a very short time in production due to high costs🇧🇷 More “friendly”, the Jumbo was also used extensively as a cargo aircraft and for military purposes.
Currently, the Boeing 747-8 is the most advanced version of the aircraft. With a length of 76.25m, a wingspan of 68.5m and a maximum weight of 447,696kg, the Jumbo remains one of the most versatile aircraft ever designed, but as technology advances and costs rise, more models have become more profitable. Its maximum speed is 915 km/h maximum capacity does 15 thousand km thanks to its four engines located under the wings.
“For more than half a century, tens of thousands of dedicated Boeing employees have designed and built this magnificent airplane that truly changed the world. We are proud that this airplane will continue to fly the world for years to come,” said Kim Smith, Boeing vice president and general manager, 747 and 767 programs.
With the end of 747 production, the largest aircraft currently produced by Boeing is the Boeing 777, which will soon have a more modern version. OR wide body it is one of the most popular aircraft with pilots around the world and should keep up with the equally modern Airbus A350 XWB.
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