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 …

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 …

Aug 11, 2025 · The Boeing 747 was more than its namesake: Queen of the Skies. It transformed how airlines and manufacturers approached aviation on a global scale.

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.

Feb 14, 2025 · For over five decades, the Boeing 747 dominated the skies, transforming air travel and making long-haul flights accessible to the world. From the first 747 in 1969 to the last one …

The Boeing 747 is a long-range, wide-body airliner that is often referred to as the Queen of the Skies. It was the first of its kind when it was introduced in the 1970s and has since become an …

"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 …