Aircraft Type
Boeing 747-400 (Domestic) “Domestic Queen”
The Boeing 747-400D is a domestic variant of the iconic 747 jumbo jet, specifically designed for high-density short-haul routes within Japan, featuring a unique configuration optimized for domestic passenger transportation.
Pioneering a specialized domestic configuration of the legendary 747 that maximized passenger capacity for intense Japanese domestic air travel market
The 747-400D was exclusively used by Japanese carriers like Japan Airlines (JAL) and All Nippon Airways (ANA), with a specially optimized interior to handle the high-frequency, short-distance routes between major Japanese cities
Cabin Environment
How the Boeing 747-400 (Domestic) affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
70.6 m
Length
64.4 m
Wingspan
19.4 m
Height
Performance
13,450 km
Range
907 km/h
Cruise Speed
4× CF6-80C2 or PW4000 turbofan
Engines
How It Compares
vs. Airbus A330-300
✓The Boeing 747-400D is an iconic jumbo jet with a longer service history
✗The A330-300 has more modern fuel efficiency and updated avionics
vs. McDonnell Douglas DC-10
✓The 747-400D offers superior passenger capacity and newer technology
✗The DC-10 has a potentially lower operating cost for older fleets
vs. Lockheed L-1011 TriStar
✓The 747-400D provides a larger passenger cabin and more modern design
✗The L-1011 might have lower maintenance complexity for some operators