A classic Boeing 747-400 with distinctive red winglets soars at cruise altitude, basked in sunlight against a clear blue sky.
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Spotter's notes
Flying over head
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
B744
Model
747-400
Manufacturer
Boeing
Livery
Red tail/winglets, possible Qantas, Virgin Atlantic, or similar (details indistinct)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney PW4000 or Rolls-Royce RB211 or General Electric CF6 (varies by operator)
Thrust
230â282 kN (51,600â63,300 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
64.4 meters
Length
70.7 meters
Height
19.4 meters
MTOW
396,890 kg
Range
13,450 km
Capacity
416 passengers (typical, 3-class layout)
Cruise Speed
907 km/h
Noise Rating
QC2/QC1 at departure/approach (varies by engine/ICAO Chapter 3/4)
Location
Airport Code
BHX/EGBB
Airport Name
Birmingham Airport