The 747's first flight took place on February 9, 1969, and the 747 was certified in December 1969. It entered service with Pan Am on January 22, 1970. The 747 was the first airplane called a "Jumbo …

Dec 29, 2025 · To understand the reasoning behind designing and building the 747, we first need to understand what came before it. The Boeing 707 was a triumph, introducing jet travel to the masses …

Mar 1, 2025 · The Boeing 747, dubbed "The Queen of the Skies" has a long, storied history in aviation. Here is everything we know about this gigantic aircraft.

Oct 21, 2024 · The Boeing 747 has been a presence in commercial aviation for decades. From its first flight in 1969 to final delivery in 2023, learn how the 747 earned the name Queen of the Skies.

Jul 4, 2025 · The 747-400 series, launched in 1989, emerged as the best-selling variant by a wide margin, accounting for nearly 44% of all 747 production. It introduced modern avionics, a glass …

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 affordably than ever …

Oct 25, 2025 · Looking for in-depth articles on the Boeing 747? Look no further! Key.Aero is your ultimate resource for all things 747, with informative and engaging articles covering the history, …

Feb 14, 2025 · When Boeing introduced the first 747 (N7470) in 1969, it was the largest aircraft in the world. Airlines quickly embraced this revolutionary design, as it could carry more passengers over …

Jan 31, 2023 · The first and final 747 jumbo jet models both started with a handshake deal. Back in the mid 1960s, the leaders of Boeing Co. and PanAm came to an agreement that if the US planemaker …

Jun 13, 2025 · The Boeing 747-8 and 747-400 remain the primary variants still operational, each serving distinct roles. Passenger operators utilize the Boeing 747-8 for long-haul flights, while cargo …