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Lufthansa Boeing 747-8i taxiing at a major international airport, showcasing the iconic 'Queen of the Skies' in modern service.
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Spotter's notes
The 747-8 is immediately recognizable by its lengthened fuselage and raked wingtips. Lufthansa is the largest operator of the passenger variant.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B748
Model
747-8 Intercontinental
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Lufthansa
Airline Code
DLH / LH
Livery
Lufthansa Standard Livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
GEnx-2B67
Thrust
66,500 lbf (296 kN) per engine
Wingspan
68.4 m
Length
76.3 m
Height
19.4 m
MTOW
447,700 kg
Range
13,450 km
Capacity
467 passengers (typical 3-class config)
Cruise Speed
917 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (varies by configuration, generally ~90-95 EPNdB on sideline measurement)