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Lufthansa Boeing 747-8i D-ABYD on approach, sporting the iconic 'Queen of the Skies' silhouette under dramatic cloud cover.

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📝 Spotter's notes

Lufthansa 🇩🇪| Boeing 747-8 | D-ABYD “Mecklenburg-Vorpommern” | KMIA / MIA 🇺🇸

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration D-ABYD
ICAO Type B748
Model 747-8 Intercontinental
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline Lufthansa
Airline Code DLH / LH
Livery Lufthansa standard 2018
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine GEnx-2B67
Thrust 66,500 lbf (296 kN) per engine
Wingspan 68.45 meters
Length 76.30 meters
Height 19.41 meters
MTOW 447,700 kg
Range 14,320 km
Capacity 467 passengers (typical 3-class)
Cruise Speed 917 km/h
Noise Rating Approaches ICAO Chapter 4, typically around 97 EPNdB at takeoff

📍 Location

Airport Code MIA/KMIA
Airport Name Miami International Airport
Viewing Spot El Dorado