Last Boeing 747 Leaves Factory

(07/12/22)  The last Boeing 747, a 747-8 Freighter, has left the company's widebody factory in Everett, Washington in advance of its delivery to Atlas Air in early 2023.

The iconic 747 played a key role in Boeing's history and transformed global travel after entering service in 1970.

Production of the 747, the world's first twin-aisle airplane, began in 1967 and spanned 54 years, during which a total of 1,574 airplanes were built.

The last Boeing 747 leaving the company’s widebody factory in advance of its delivery to Atlas Air in early 2023. Photo: Boeing / Paul Weatherman

At 250 ft 2 in (76.2 m), the 747-8 is the longest commercial aircraft in service, and when flying at typical cruising speeds, the aircraft travels roughly the length of three FIFA football (soccer) pitches per second.

The 747-8 Freighter has a revenue payload of 133.1 tonnes, enough to transport 10,699 solid-gold bars or approximately 19 million table tennis or golf balls.

"For more than half a century, tens of thousands of dedicated Boeing employees have designed and built this magnificent airplane that has truly changed the world. We are proud that this plane will continue to fly across the globe for years to come," said Kim Smith, Boeing Vice President and general manager, 747 and 767 Programs.

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