The Boeing 747 is a long-range wide-body airliner designed and manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes in the United States between 1968 and 2023. After the introduction of the 707 in October 1958, Pan Am wanted a jet 2 + 1 ⁄ 2 times its size, to reduce its seat cost by 30%.

The new 747-8 Intercontinental features the newest engine and wing combination in the industry, new advanced materials, and an updated flight deck for better performance with a small environmental footprint.

2024年6月21日 · The original "jumbo jet" the Boeing 747 was officially retired in 2023. Here's why the company retired the "Queen of the Skies" and what might replace it.

2020年7月21日 · 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.

2025年3月1日 · One of the largest passenger aircraft ever built, the Boeing 747 is instantly recognizable thanks to its imposing size and distinctive forward hump. Its sheer presence commands attention,...

2024年10月21日 · Here we will explore the evolution of the Boeing 747, from its inception as the world's first jumbo jet to its status as a modern, fuel-efficient wide-body airliner until Boeing ended production of the aircraft.

As of February 2025, there were 426 Boeing 747 aircraft in active airline service, comprising 1 747-100, 2 747SPs, 16 747-200s, 1 747-300, 256 747-400s, and 150 747-8s. These aircraft are listed by airline operators and variant in the following table.

2025年3月22日 · The Boeing 747-400s operated by Delta Air Lines featured 65 business-class seats and 338 economy-class seats, making them some of the highest-capacity aircraft to ever enter service with the carrier. The first Northwest Airlines 747-400, which was known as Ship 6305, was the first to be repainted in the new Delta livery.

The Boeing 747 is a widebody commercial airliner, often referred to by the nickname "Jumbo Jet". It is among the world's most recognizable aircraft,and was the first widebody ever produced.

The Boeing 747 ‘Queen of the Skies’ is an iconic aircraft that has a history stemming more than 50 years. On February 9, 1969 B747-121 ‘RA001’ took the sky for its first flight and was then introduced into service with Pan Am in January 1970.