Is the Boeing 747 400 Safe?

Over thirty years ago the Boeing 747 was dubbed the “jumbo jet” due to its enormous proportions: double decks, a wingspan of over 64 meters and a length of nearly 71. Very soon, it proved to be an extremely reliable aircraft. Lufthansa operates its B747-400s, each seating 371 passengers, on intercontinental flights.

Is 747 still safe?

Answer: The A380, 747 and 777 are certainly safe. So are other airliners like the Airbus A320 family, the Boeing 737 family, 757, 767, A330/340, A350, 787, Embraer 135/145, EMB 170/190 and Bombardier CRJs, to list a few. Airliners are safe.

Are all BA 747 refurbished?

2018 Boeing 747 Refurbishment Programme The last published fleet plan by BA’s parent company shows that 2 aircraft will be retired in 2018 and a further 3 in 2019. However, as non-refurbished aircraft are retired and those that remain are refurbished, the chances are greater.

Is the Boeing 747 400 still in production?

Production of the 747-400 passenger version officially ceased on March 15, 2007. The last four -400s on order were cancelled by Philippine Airlines (which switched to the 777-300ER).

When was the last time a 747 crashed?

On April 29, 2013, National Airlines Flight 102, 747-400BCF, stalled and crashed shortly after taking off from Bagram Airfield in Bagram, killing all seven crew members.

Will BA 747 fly again?

The Boeing 747 has a long history with British Airways and many other airlines worldwide. With the notable exception of Lufthansa, many carriers have grounded their fleets, if not retired them, as a result of the current situation. This has meant that, with the retirement of G-BYGC, only one British 747 will fly again.

Is the 747 still being manufactured?

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 airlines still use Boeing 747?

Which Passenger Airlines Still Fly the 747?

• Air China, China.
• Air India, India.
• Asiana Airlines, South Korea.
• Atlas Air, USA.
• Iraqi Airways, Iraq.
• Korean Air, South Korea.
• Lufthansa, Germany.
• Mahan Air, Iran.