Is the 747-8 Discontinued?

Boeing has already ended production of its 747-8 Intercontinental passenger version, and both it and previous 747 versions are an incredibly rare sight in the skies these days.

How many Boeing 747-8 are there?

Airline operators There were 441 Boeing 747 aircraft in active airline service as of September 2021, comprising 6 747-100s, 19 747-200s, 4 747-300s, 266 747-400s, and 146 747-8s.

How far can a Boeing 747 fly without refueling?

A modern Boeing 747 can fly about 15,000 km (9,500 miles) when it’s flying at 900 kmh (550 mph). This means it can fly non stop for almost 16 hours!

What is the maximum takeoff weight of a Boeing 747 8?

Into service and further development. Boeing has since updated the incremental improvements planned for the 747-8, of which include; increasing the maximum takeoff weight to 472,000 kg (1,041,000 lb), strengthening the main landing gear, and increasing the aircraft’s full-payload range to 8,200 nmi (15,200 km).

Why fly a Boeing 747-8?

Boeing 747-8. High-volume routes demand high-value returns. The First Class and Business Class sections of the 747-8 enable airlines to offer passengers the most private and premium accommodations in the sky. So it’s no surprise that on high-volume routes the 747-8 offers premium revenue potential.

What is first class on a 747-8 like?

The First Class and Business Class sections of the 747-8 enable airlines to offer passengers the most private and premium accommodations in the sky. So it’s no surprise that on high-volume routes the 747-8 offers premium revenue potential.

Where are Boeing 747 8 parts made?

Parts for the Boeing 747 8 are made all over the world, such as seats from Germany, wing elements from China and flaps from Australia. It takes around 6 million parts to create one aircraft, but very little of those are stored in the plant.