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Rare sighting of a Lufthansa Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental at the gate during a moody sky, showing one of the last passenger 747s still flying.
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Spotter's notes
Image taken during overcast weather; the 747-8's iconic four-engine configuration and extended upper deck are visible.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B748
Model
747-8 Intercontinental
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Lufthansa
Airline Code
DLH / LH
Livery
Lufthansa (standard)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
GEnx-2B67
Thrust
66,500 lbf (296 kN) per engine
Wingspan
68.4 meters
Length
76.3 meters
Height
19.4 meters
MTOW
447,700 kg
Range
14,320 km
Capacity
364 passengers (typical 3-class)
Cruise Speed
917 km/h
Noise Rating
Approaches ICAO Chapter 4 standard (varies by configuration)