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Spotter's notes
Polar Air Cargo 747-400 taking off from PANC
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B744
Model
747-400
Manufacturer
Boeing
Livery
Not clearly visible (likely cargo/freighter livery due to configuration)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney PW4000 / General Electric CF6-80C2 / Rolls-Royce RB211-524G/H (varies by operator)
Thrust
252–282 kN (56,500–63,300 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
64.4 meters
Length
70.7 meters
Height
19.4 meters
MTOW
396,890 kilograms
Range
13,450 kilometers
Capacity
416 passengers (3 class)/up to ~140,000 kg cargo (freighter)
Cruise Speed
910 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
QC/2-4 (varies), ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant (approx 90–100 dB)
Location
Airport Code
ANC/PANC
Airport Name
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
