A United Airlines Boeing 747-400, registration N197UA, in the classic 'Battleship Grey' livery, sits at the gate at San Francisco International Airport.
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Spotter's notes
This unique 'Battleship Grey' scheme was widely used by United from the mid-1990s to early 2000s. The 747-400 is an aviation icon, much loved by pilots and spotters.
Aircraft identity
Registration
N197UA
ICAO Type
B744
Model
747-400
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
United Airlines
Airline Code
UAL / UA
Livery
United Airlines 'Battleship Grey' (1993-2004)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney PW4056
Thrust
252 kN (56,750 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
64.44 meters
Length
70.67 meters
Height
19.41 meters
MTOW
396,900 kilograms
Range
13,450 kilometers
Capacity
416 passengers (typical three-class)
Cruise Speed
920 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
QC/2 (landing) QC/4 (takeoff), ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant