Aircraft Type
Boeing 747-8I “Queen of the Skies (continued)”
The Boeing 747-8I is the latest iteration of the iconic Boeing 747 jumbo jet family, representing the most advanced and longest version of the legendary 'Queen of the Skies'. It is designed for long-haul international routes, offering improved fuel efficiency and passenger comfort.
The Boeing 747-8I is the final and most sophisticated passenger variant of the Boeing 747 series, extending the legacy of the world's most recognizable wide-body aircraft with modern engineering and enhanced performance
The 747-8I is the longest passenger aircraft in the world, stretching 76.3 meters (250 ft 2 in), which is even longer than the original 747 design, symbolizing the continued evolution of this legendary aircraft family
Cabin Environment
How the Boeing 747-8I affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
76.3 m
Length
68.4 m
Wingspan
19.4 m
Height
Performance
14,320 km
Range
907 km/h
Cruise Speed
4× General Electric GEnx-2B67
Engines
Boeing Family
Related aircraft variants
How It Compares
vs. Airbus A380-800
✓Longer range of 14,320 km compared to A380's 14,800 km
✗Smaller passenger capacity (467 vs A380's up to 853 passengers)
vs. Boeing 777-300ER
✓Larger passenger capacity than 777-300ER
✗Shorter range compared to 777-300ER's typical 15,844 km
vs. Airbus A350-1000
✓Established legacy design with proven long-haul performance
✗Less fuel-efficient compared to newer A350 design