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📝 Spotter's notes

Registration B-2473 strongly suggests a late-service Air China passenger 747-400. The livery and Chinese flag confirm airline identity.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration B-2473
ICAO Type B744
Model 747-400
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline Air China
Airline Code CCA / CA
Livery Air China
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney PW4056 / GE CF6-80C2B1F / Rolls-Royce RB211-524G/H (varies by airline)
Thrust 251–282 kN (56,000–63,300 lbf) per engine
Wingspan 64.4 meters
Length 70.7 meters
Height 19.4 meters
MTOW 396,890 kilograms
Range 13,450 kilometers
Capacity 416 passengers (3-class typical)
Cruise Speed 910 km/h
Noise Rating QC2 (approach), QC4 (departure); ICAO Chapter 3/4

📍 Location

Airport Code SFO/KSFO
Airport Name San Francisco International Airport