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Kalitta Air Boeing 747-400F lifting off with its distinctive humpback profile, departing on a cargo flight.
© Nico
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Spotter's notes
Spotted on Stuttgart Airport
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B744
Model
747-400F
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Kalitta Air
Airline Code
CKS / K4
Livery
Kalitta Air standard
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney PW4056 or General Electric CF6-80C2B1F or Rolls-Royce RB211-524G/H
Thrust
249–276 kN per engine (varies by model)
Wingspan
64.4 m
Length
70.7 m
Height
19.4 m
MTOW
396,900 kg
Range
8,240 km
Capacity
Payload: about 112,760 kg (cargo)
Cruise Speed
907 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 3/4, ~92–96 dB (varies by engine/phase)
Location
Airport Code
STR/EDDS
Airport Name
Stuttgart Airport
Viewing Spot
Visitors terrace