Is Airbus bigger than 747?

Is Airbus bigger than 747?

The Airbus A380 has a wingspan that is 15m longer to that of the 747. It is also about 50% heavier than the 747 even when empty.

Why was the 747 discontinued?

Boeing has announced that production of the iconic 747 will come to an end in 2022 as dwindling customer demand and low sales for its latest variant became the final nail in the coffin for the aging plane line. The 747 was the first quad-jet engine and dual-level passenger aircraft to roam the skies.

Which is bigger a Boeing 777 or 747?

The 777 is both longer in length than the 747, as well as having a longer wingspan. No surprisingly, the 777 is shorter than the 747, however, it isn't as short as you'd expect, it's only three feet shorter.

Do pilots prefer Airbus or Boeing?

Absolutely. Airbus and Boeing have different control systems, and most pilots strongly prefer one over the other. (The Explainer isn't aware of a poll, and so has no way of knowing which manufacturer pilots favor overall.) Modern Airbus planes employ a “fly-by-wire” system.

What's the maximum speed of a 747?

659.85 mph The 747 is one of the largest commercial aircraft ever built, and the 747-8 Intercontinental (747-8i) variant wins the race as the fastest commercial plane in service today. This plane is as tall as a six-story building with a top speed of Mach 0.86. That's equivalent to 659.85 mph.

Are 747 still being made?

Final delivery in October. It seems as though the final Boeing 747 is going to be delivered in October 2022. Earlier this year, it was revealed that Atlas Air had purchased the last four 747s to be built.

What is the max speed of a 747?

For current commercial airline passengers, the fastest way to get around is the Boeing 747-8i, with a top speed of nearly 660 mph But with limited options, you may find yourself going just a little slower on a competing alternative.

What is the difference between the Boeing 747 and the Airbus 747?

• Cargo is actually a very lucrative source of revenue for airlines, and our airline is no exception. Looking at cargo capacity, the Boeing 747 actually has more capacity on board despite having less powerful engines and less thrust. Airbus has leaned hard into serving passengers and let Boeing slip ahead.

Will the Boeing 747-8 take on Airbus A380 in long-haul?

• The 747-8, as the current new development of Boeing's largest airliner, is notably in direct competition on long-haul routes with the Airbus A380, a full-length double-deck aircraft now in service.

When was the Boeing 747 first flown?

• Having first flown in 1969 and entered into commercial operation on Janu, with Pan American World Airways, the Boeing 747 also known as the “Queen of the Skies” has been around for quite some time. Since then, the original 747-100 was followed by several variants including the commercially most successful 747-400 and the latest 747-8.

Which airlines have operated the Boeing 747-8?

• Cargolux and Nippon Cargo Airlines were the first customers for the 747-8, placing orders for the freighter variant in November 2005. The firm configuration of the aircraft was finalized in October 2006.