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Why Didn’t Boeing Create a 747 with just Two Engines?
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Why Didn’t Boeing Create a 747 with just Two Engines?

The Boeing 747, often referred to as the "Queen of the Skies," is renowned for its size, range, beauty, and four-engine configuration. However, there are scenarios where one might wonder…
Posted by Mond Ortiz June 18, 2024
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The Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental Was Not a Right Fit for PAL

Philippine Airlines was an operator of Boeing 747 for 35 years. Why didn't PAL consider operating the latest version of the jumbo jet, the 747-8 Intercontinental? The 747-8 is a…
Posted by Mond Ortiz May 28, 2024
Why Some Boeing Planes Use Raked Wingtips
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Why Some Boeing Planes Use Raked Wingtips

When we observe the wingtips of today's commercial aircraft, they are often equipped with wingtip devices, mostly winglets. The Boeing 737NG and the Airbus A320 feature blended winglets, while the…
Posted by Mond Ortiz March 26, 2024
At What Speed are We Actually Flying in a Commercial Plane?
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At What Speed are We Actually Flying in a Commercial Plane?

When you see a plane flying in the sky from the ground, it might appear to be moving slowly. The same illusion can occur when you're up in the sky…
Posted by Mond Ortiz November 20, 2023
How Come Newer and More Powerful Jet Engines are Quieter
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How Come Newer and More Powerful Jet Engines are Quieter

If we think about engines like the Pratt & Whitney JT8D found on the Boeing 727, 737-200, and DC-9, we can imagine a loud roaring engine. However, as aviation progresses,…
Posted by Mond Ortiz October 21, 2023
Why You Can’t Board a Boeing 747’s Upper Deck Directly
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Why You Can’t Board a Boeing 747’s Upper Deck Directly

I've flown on a Boeing 747 multiple times, from Philippine Airlines to Lufthansa. If there's one thing I've noticed during boarding, it's that no one boards the upper deck directly…
Posted by Mond Ortiz October 18, 2023
The Story Behind the Boeing 747’s Signature Hump
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The Story Behind the Boeing 747’s Signature Hump

It's impossible to mistake the Boeing 747 for any other aircraft. Its gigantic scale in its time, coupled with its unique signature hump, has earned it the well-deserved title of…
Posted by Mond Ortiz August 1, 2023
The Chevrons on Boeing 747-8, 787, and 737 MAX Jets
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The Chevrons on Boeing 747-8, 787, and 737 MAX Jets

The majority of a plane's external components are more than just for visual appeal. They each serve a purpose. The winglets and flat-bottom engines, for instance, each have a specific…
Posted by Mond Ortiz June 12, 2023
Modern Jetliners: The Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental and Freighter
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Modern Jetliners: The Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental and Freighter

The Boeing 747-8, the largest and most recent variant of the Boeing 747, stands as the most magnificent passenger aircraft ever constructed. It genuinely embodies its title as the "Queen…
Posted by Mond Ortiz April 27, 2023
Just How Fast Do Airplanes Fly?
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Just How Fast Do Airplanes Fly?

When we see an airplane flying in the sky from the ground, it may seem that it is flying slow. The same thing happens when you are inside a plane…
Posted by Mond Ortiz March 14, 2023

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