Hendrik Tennekes once said, "The Boeing 747 is the commuter train of the global village." Little did he know that one day, 747 would stop flying at all. It's been more than 40 years. 'King of the skies' is vanishing continuously today. American carrier Delta discontinues its last 747 in December, 2017 and thus taking the number of 747s in the US to zero. The retirement announcement spurred a wave of nostalgia for a plane that for better or worse forever changed the way people traveled. Today, a handful of operators use this majestic aircraft which includes Lufthansa, Air India, British Airways, etc.
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| Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental |
Boeing started 747 family back in 1969. It was a huge achievement for Boeing. Competitors were nowhere near to beat it. Aircraft use double-deck configuration and uses four engines. This is something which had a main role in the decrement of its use. Just like Airbus A380, 747 is also fuel hungry. But unlike A380, it is a bit more outdated technologically. Airlines have options like 777, 787 from Boeing and A350, A330 from Airbus which make a better choice than 747. They are modern aircraft equipped with better functionality, increased fuel efficiency, and technology making them way superior. Nonetheless, 747 will always have a special place in our hearts. Hope one day Boeing 747 gains its position back in the aviation market.
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