As it stands, you can catch a ride on the Queen of the Skies with British Airways from almost a dozen U.S. cities. This means when winter comes around, the 747s will be replaced with the 777 or 787. U.S. Airlines like Delta and United put them to pasture more than a year ago, and it’s only a matter of time before the world’s other top airlines stop flying them, too.So if catching a ride in the Queen is on your bucket list, here’s where to look. Ticket is already confirmed!Why don’t put curved solar panels on the wings, elevators, and tail, then power the engines with an electric motor. Are you sad to see Virgin’s 747 retire? But the pickings are slim for U.S. travelers looking to fly to Seoul on a 747.After British Airways, Lufthansa has the biggest fleet of 747s in the world. Therefore, the 747 will still fly with the South Korean airline for a long time. So double check to ensure you’ll actually be on a 747.Air China is among those airlines shrinking its fleet of 747s. As a 747 enthusiast, and a flight simmer, this DVD is the ultimate and makes me feel like I am on the flight deck with Capt. These 747s will then be replaced with the Airbus A350. Carter. 747-400 Water Bomber: Global SuperTankers has converted an ex-Japan Airlines 747-400BCF for use as an airborne firefighter. Keep in mind that some of these routes are seasonal, while others are one of several daily departures that might be on other aircraft. He loves to help others understand the confusing world of travel, airlines, and points and miles. Air China, the flag carrier of China, has the 747-400 and the 747-8i in its fleet. However, the plan to retire their remaining 747s through 2021. KLM, one of the oldest airlines in the world, is still flying the Queen of the Skies. Lufthansa operates both the 747-400 and the 747-8i. Let us know in the comments. It’s easy, the motor powers a big gear, which makes a small gear connected to the fan blades go really fast, making the airplane have almost unlimited energyKyle Potter is the executive editor of Thrifty Traveler.
And it has plenty of those shiny new 747-8i’s in service, so this could be the safest long-term bet to fly on a 747 from the U.S for the next decade.You have to act fast if you want to fly the Queen to the land down under.The ultra-hip Virgin Atlantic has a handful of 747s in its fleet, but you’ll have to head to Florida if you want to hop on one from the U.S. Like other airlines, Virgin Atlantic has steadily replaced these gas-guzzling planes with more fuel-efficient alternatives over the years.The Boeing 747 changed travel forever, but its time is running out. Virgin Atlantic Airways ist eine britische Fluggesellschaft mit Sitz in Crawley und Basis auf dem Flughafen London Heathrow. Credit: Boeing. The Virgin Atlantic Boeing 747-400 DVD is by far the most fantastic aviation production I have seen yet!!!! Air China, the flag carrier of China, has the 747-400 and the 747-8i in its fleet. I would rather fly on the 747 on long haul flights because this aircraft is more confortable and spacious.It is more than just the engines that create fuel efficiency. They use their 747s to Orlando from 2 of its hubs, London-Gatwick and Manchester. If you want to fly these double deckers when you still have a chance, here are the routes that are still operated by the 747 to the United States. These flights are sporadic, and the airline intends to retire these massive planes sooner rather than later.Korean Air is another airline with one of the newest 747 models out there, the Boeing 747-8i. Get on a flight on one of these double-decker planes while you still have a chance.Why not install new tech engines on the 747-8i and get more fuel efficient aircraft? Therefore, most 747s are on the way out of airlines' fleets and are being replaced by other aircraft, such as Boeing's 787 and Airbus's A350. Cabins include seating in Upper Class, Premium Economy, and Economy. Virgin Atlantic’s first-ever 747. British Airways flies the 747 to their London-Heathrow base from San Francisco, San Jose, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, San Diego, Chicago, Washington-Dulles, Miami, New York-JFK, and Philadelphia. Geschichte Gründung und erste Jahre. I checked random dates in May and a 747 is on the scheduleLooks like British Airways will be flying the 747 from Heathrow to Dallas/Fort Worth starting in January of 2020. We all know it as the Queen of the Skies. Virgin Atlantic will retire Boeing 747-400s. It is the Boeing 747. However, it only uses the 747-8i to fly to destinations in the United States. Are you planning on flying any of these 747 routes? But the pickings are slim for U.S. travelers looking to fly to Seoul on a 747. But in a short period of time, the airline will no longer fly the 747 to Los Angeles, leaving New York to Amsterdam the only service with the 747.Korean Air is one of three airlines operating the 747-8i. The Boeing 747 officially turned 50 years old this weekend, but there’s no guarantee it will celebrate its 60th birthday.Dubbed “the Queen of the Skies,” the 747 took its first flight on Feb. 9, 1969.
British Airways, the flag carrier of the United Kingdom, has the largest fleet of Boeing 747-400s. Do you think any airline should keep their 747s for a little longer?