Atlas Air Boeing 747-8F departing in dramatic weather, showing the immense power and scale of this iconic cargo aircraft.
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Atlas Air Boeing 747-8F departing in dramatic weather, showing the immense power and scale of this iconic cargo aircraft.
Aircraft identity
Registration
N859GT
ICAO Type
B748
Model
747-8F
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Atlas Air
Airline Code
GTI / 5Y
Livery
Atlas Air standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
GEnx-2B67
Thrust
296 kN (66,500 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
68.4 meters
Length
76.3 meters
Height
19.4 meters
MTOW
447,700 kg
Range
8,130 km
Capacity
Cargo capacity: 137,700 kg
Cruise Speed
917 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, ~98-103 dB at takeoff
Location
Airport Code
DFW/KDFW
Airport Name
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Viewing Spot
DFW Founders Plaza
Camera
Device
Sony A7M4
Lens
FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS