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A classic Virgin Atlantic Boeing 747-400 sits at San Francisco International Airport, a now-retired icon of transatlantic travel.
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Spotter's notes
This distinctive livery and the silhouette of the 747-400 make it instantly recognizable to aviation fans. Virgin Atlantic retired its final 747-400 in December 2020.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B744
Model
747-400
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Virgin Atlantic
Airline Code
VIR / VS
Livery
Virgin Atlantic
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce RB211-524G/H-T
Thrust
254 kN (57,000 lbf) each
Wingspan
64.44 meters
Length
70.66 meters
Height
19.41 meters
MTOW
396,890 kilograms
Range
13,450 kilometers
Capacity
416 passengers (3-class configuration)
Cruise Speed
907 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
Approaches ICAO Chapter 3/4 (around 98-105 dB)