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Lufthansa's iconic Boeing 747-8i in special retro livery at Frankfurt, a rare treat for aviation enthusiasts.

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📝 Spotter's notes

This is the Lufthansa 747-8i registered D-ABYT, painted in the 1970s retro livery to celebrate the airline's heritage.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type B748
Model 747-8i
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline Lufthansa
Airline Code DLH / LH
Livery Lufthansa Retro Livery
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine General Electric GEnx-2B67
Thrust 256 kN (57,000 lbf) each
Wingspan 64.4 meters
Length 70.7 meters
Height 19.4 meters
MTOW 412,770 kg
Range 13,450 km
Capacity 416 passengers typical 3-class
Cruise Speed 907 km/h
Noise Rating Approaches ICAO Chapter 3 (95-104 dB on takeoff depending on configuration)