Boeing 747 articles
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Queen of the Skies: How you can still use points and miles to fly the Boeing 747
Often called the Queen of the Skies, the Boeing 747 took its first test flight in 1969. Over the years, the aircraft transformed air travel and ushered in the jet age. The original wide-body jet, the 747 could fly farther and faster than any commercial passenger aircraft. The most recent version, the 747-8, has a …
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Air India's Boeing 747 takes final flight from Mumbai with ‘wing wave’ manoeuvre
Air India bid adieu to its last remaining Boeing 747 on Monday, marking the end of an era for the iconic jumbo jet. The aircraft, once registered as VT-EVA and christened "Agra," departed from Mumbai's airport for the final time after it was sold to a foreign company.One of the two Boeing 747 aircraft which are in good condition flew off from Mumbai on Monday morning and the other is expected to fly off soon.Two other Boeing 747 planes will be broken down in Mumbai for parts.Read: Air India set...
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Over 25 Years Later: Air India Finally Sells Off Four Boeing 747-400s To Aftermarket Aviation Company
Air India's remaining Boeing 747 aircraft have reportedly found a new owner, officially ending the carrier's association with the jumbo jet.