Boeing 747 aircraft landing
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, USA
Still the largest commercial transport aircraft in the world, Boeing’s 747 was a serious economic gamble for the company when it went into production in the mid-1960s. Fortunately, Boeing’s timing was good and the aircraft went on to become one of the company’s most profitable products. Huge, dependable, and with an excellent safety record, the Boeing 747 continues in production with more than 1,000 built. Several Boeing 747 versions have been built, including special aircraft for the US military and dedicated cargo versions for carrying oversized freight. Still others are privately owned and, as such, are unquestionably the ultimate private aircraft!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Country: United States of America
Manufacturer: Boeing
Designation: 747
Type: Commercial Transport
Service Dates: 1969 to present
Length: 231′-10"
Wingspan: 195′-8"
Height: 63′-5"
Empty Weight: 398,000 lbs
Gross Weight: 902,000 lbs
Maximum Speed: 608 mph
Maximum Range: 8,500 miles
Maximum Altitude: 45,000 ft
Number of Crew: 2 + up to 452 passengers
Engine Type: Turbofan; Turboshaft
Engine Manufacturer: Pratt & Whitney or General Electric or Rolls-Royce
Engine Designation: Various
Engine Thrust: Up to 55,000 lbs