The last and historic 747 produced by Boeing took off today (18) for the first time. The aircraft of record N863GT made the first test flight which lasted just over an hour from Boeing's Everett Factory.
Despite the initial expectation for the delivery of the aircraft to take place in 2022, Atlas Air chose to receive the last 747 produced only in the first quarter of 2023. Atlas Air was responsible for ordering the last four units of the Jumbo.
The last Boeing 747 B1 is in the books, BOE704 having returned to Paine Field after a short flight of ~one hour. https://t.co/lfubyuyCN2 pic.twitter.com/PzvZa4mRJk
—JDL | @[email protected] (@photoJDL) December 18, 2022
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A summary of the Boeing 747
Initially employed to transport engers and later becoming a versatile option for transporting cargo, the Boeing 747 undoubtedly revolutionized the history of aviation. The model had six variants (747-100, 747-200,747, 747-SP, 300-747, 400-747 and 8-XNUMX).
“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 aircraft will continue to fly around the world for years to come.” Kim Smith, vice president and general manager of Boeing.
The 747 has played a key role in Boeing's history of aerospace leadership.
Facts about the Boeing 747:
- Production of the 747, the world's first twin-aisle aircraft, began in 1967 and lasted 54 years, during which a total of 1.574 planes were built.
- At around 76 meters, the 747-8 is the longest commercial aircraft in service. At typical cruising speeds, the 747-8 travels approximately the length of three FIFA football fields or NFL football fields.
- The final plane is a 747-8 Freighter. This model has a payload of 133,1 tonnes, enough to carry 10.699 solid gold bars or approximately 19 million ping pong balls.
With information: Boeing
