The 747 made long-haul travel affordable for the middle class decades ago and for many symbolizes the golden age of air travel. Here's a look back at the Boeing jet's history.
The airplane, over its more than 50-year lifespan, helped make long-haul travel affordable for the massesKnown for its distinctive hump and upper deck, the "Queen of the Skies" made long-haul travel affordable for the masses decades ago and for many symbolizes the golden age of air travel. “Because of its size, because of its range, the economy of this giant airplane…it really gave wings to the world,” said Boeing historian Mike Lombardi.
The 747 was the world’s first wide-body, twin-aisle passenger jet, allowing it to hold around 400 to 500 passengers depending on the model and airline layout.British Airways ordered 94 passenger versions of the 747s, more than any other airline, retiring the last in October 2020. The jets flew from its London base to every continent except Antarctica.The 747 has had a good safety record, but its sheer scale amplified any accidents.
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