The Boeing 747 – Everything You Need To Know – Simple Flying

The Boeing 747 changed the aviation industry in many ways. An iconic aircraft, loved by many, it is sadly now being retied by many airlines. With the new 747-8, though, the 747 is not going anywhere soon.
This guide takes a full look at this long-running “Queen of the Skies,” from its origins in the late 1960s up to the continuing production today. We will look at the many variants developed throughout this long history, as well as some that weren’t, and the airlines that have operated them.
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