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-abreast …

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.

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.

2 days ago · The historic 747, dubbed the ‘Queen of the Skies,’ revolutionized air travel as the world’s first twin-aisle airplane and enabled more people to fly farther, faster and more affordably than ever …

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 end of …

"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 the size of an …

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 …