The second-largest operator of the newer 747-8, Korean Air is down to a fleet of four. It sold five to the United States to become ‘Doomsday planes’ capable of acting as a command and control centre ...

This article looks at how the Boeing 747 helped shape the story of British Airways. This article was first published in mid 2020 when British Airways announced the retirement of its Boeing 747 fleet.

Seconds after taking off from San Francisco, a United Airlines Boeing 747 shudders violently as one of its engines starts to fail. The intense vibrations terrify the passengers, and are so strong ...

Manchester United will return to the US for pre-season preparations this July and August, as part of the Premier League’s Summer Series. The announcement of United’s participation in the ...

Can the Airbus A380 'superjumbo' outlive the Boeing 747 'jumbo jet'? The answer depends somewhat on how that question is answered. The A380 is designed with an operational lifespan of around 25 years ...

If you’ve had to cancel or change a United Airlines flight or have experienced any United operational issues, you’ve likely received a United travel credit. United Airlines issues two types of ...

Known for its humped fuselage and lower per-seat costs that opened up long-haul travel to the masses, the Boeing 747 will go down in aviation history as one of the most influential commercial aircraft ...

However, one striking exception stands out: the Boeing 747. One of the largest passenger aircraft ever built, the Boeing 747 is instantly recognizable thanks to its imposing size and distinctive ...

The United Nations Information Center in Washington, DC was one of the first of the “UNICs” -- a global network established soon after the United Nations was founded to ensure the public can ...